Congressional Black Caucus Gains Record Members

The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) will enter the 119th session of Congress with a historic 62 members, the largest number of Black federal lawmakers ever, although five Republican members are not part of the caucus. This achievement occurs against the backdrop of President-elect Donald Trump’s controversial Project 2025, which is seen as a threat to civil rights and marginalized communities by potentially dismantling protections and consolidating power among white conservatives. Rep. Gregory Meeks emphasized the CBC's commitment to being the 'conscience of Congress,' vowing to hold Trump and his administration accountable on issues like healthcare access and education. The CBC, representing 120 million Americans, plans to loudly challenge policies they view as detrimental to Black communities. Their strategy includes collaborating with other legislators while also calling out harmful actions. The caucus's mission remains to advocate for Black and marginalized groups amidst significant political shifts.