Federal agencies adjust data collection practices under Trump administration

What happened

Federal agencies are changing how they collect and share information, with a growing influence of politics. Notable changes include the CDC's handling of measles death data, the Census Bureau's modification of its scientific integrity policy, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's plan to stop collecting workforce demographic data.

Why it matters

Changes in federal data practices can impact the reliability of information used for public policy and government accountability.

How this story affects people

How does this story affect you if you rely on federal health data for public health decisions?

Changes in how the CDC reports measles death data could lead to misinformation about public health threats, potentially affecting responses to outbreaks and the allocation of resources for vaccination and prevention efforts.

How does this story affect you if you are involved in workplace diversity initiatives?

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's decision to stop collecting demographic workforce data may hinder efforts to address workplace discrimination, as organizations could lack the necessary information to identify and rectify disparities.

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