1. United States
2. Texas
3. Letter

The Trump administration’s proposed list of banned words and phrases in federal agencies is an alarming attempt to erase critical discussions on diversity, equity, inclusion, and other key issues. Suppressing language doesn’t change reality—it only makes it harder to address systemic problems like discrimination, environmental injustice, and public health disparities. Silencing these terms is a direct attack on free speech, transparency, and the ability of government agencies to serve all Americans. I urge you to take immediate action to stop this censorship. Congress and state leaders must push back against any effort to rewrite reality by removing words from official discourse. Federal agencies should be focused on solving real problems, not on political language control. Stand up for truth, accountability, and the right of the public to access accurate, fact-based information from our government.