Trump administration clearing backlog of grants awarded under Biden administration
The Trump administration is clearing a backlog of grants awarded under the Biden administration, removing DEI requirements. Despite accusations of delays, the Department of Transportation has approved $10 billion in infrastructure grants since taking over. The latest round of approvals includes funding for rail safety improvements, port authority projects, a bridge in North Carolina, and the Port of Baltimore.
Key Points
- Department of Transportation has approved $10 billion in infrastructure grants
- 529 infrastructure grants cleared, totaling 1,065 since Trump administration took over
- Latest approvals include funding for rail safety improvements, port authority projects, a bridge in North Carolina, and the Port of Baltimore
Pros
- Clearing backlog of grants
- Removing DEI requirements to streamline infrastructure projects
- Approving significant funding for various infrastructure projects
Cons
- Accusations of delays in infrastructure efforts
- Disruption caused by reviewing 3,200 grants
- Political disagreements over DEI and environmental justice programs