Congress Must Reject the Trump Administration’s FY 2026 Budget Proposal: A Gigantic Step Backward in the Fight Against Poverty
On May 2, 2025, the Trump administration unveiled its fiscal year (FY) 2026 budget proposal, signaling a significant shift in federal priorities. While Congress holds the power to make spending decisions, the administration’s proposal outlines substantial cuts to programs that support Americans with low- and moderate- incomes. If implemented, these reductions threaten to exacerbate poverty, increase food insecurity, and dismantle critical tools that help individuals escape poverty.