Controversy Surrounding Digital Equity Program
Sen. Ted Cruz urges Biden administration to halt a $1.25 billion 'Digital Equity' program, calling it unconstitutional for using race-based criteria. Cruz claims the program violates the Fifth Amendment's Due Process Clause and lacks evidence of racial discrimination in internet access.
Key Points
- Sen. Ted Cruz criticizes NTIA's guidance for the Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program
- Program requires grant applicants to prioritize 'Covered Populations,' including racial and ethnic minorities
- Cruz argues the program violates the Fifth Amendment's Due Process Clause and lacks clear metrics for its race-based criteria