Former President Donald Trump has been distancing himself from Project 2025, a manifesto for the next Trump presidency that critics say is racist and harmful to Americans of color. The effort aims to dismantle the Deep State, limit aid programs, and regulate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Contributors to the project include individuals with racist histories and affiliations, like white supremacist Richard Hanania and former Senate candidate Corey Stewart. Critics argue that Project 2025 seeks to control and regulate communities of color while ignoring their historical injustices. The plan also includes controversial proposals such as the abolition of diversity programs, limiting abortion access, and disbanding the Department of Education. Many of the organizations affiliated with Project 2025 have been designated as extremist or hate groups. The manifesto contains ideas lifted from extreme white supremacist ideologies and promotes the “Great Replacement” theory that suggests a conspiracy to change the demographics of the United States. Contributors like Michael Anton have advocated for policies like ending birthright citizenship that have been criticized as racist. Despite these controversies, Project 2025 continues to have supporters within the Republican party, including Senator JD Vance. Overall, the project has faced criticism for its racist undertones and potential harmful impact on communities of color.
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Who’s Involved in Project 2025? Individuals with Racist Backgrounds and Writings Identified
