Census Bureau Director Robert Santos’ resignation will allow Trump to reshape the agency. During his three-year tenure, Robert Santos said he worked to ensure the Census Bureau’s work remained nonpartisan and prioritized collecting accurate data on underrepresented communities. | Mariam Zuhaib/AP

Robert Santos, who emphasized inclusivity and outreach to overlooked communities, has resigned as director of the U.S. Census Bureau, midway through his five-year term and in the midst of planning for the 2030 census,

U.S. Census Bureau Director Robert Santos has announced he is resigning midway through his five-year term. Santos, the first person of color to lead the bureau, was appointed by former President Biden.