As the Trump Administration begins its term, the Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT) outlines its strategic focus in response to the changing political landscape. The organization emphasizes three main priorities: defending users' rights, supporting institutions that protect these rights, and promoting a vision where technology strengthens society and democracy.

The CDT has been actively involved with civil rights experts advising Meta on its policies affecting marginalized communities. When Meta announced changes to its content moderation policy, potentially allowing more anti-LGBTQ+ and anti-immigrant content, CDT joined forces with groups like the American Association of People with Disabilities and GLAAD to voice their concerns. They argued that such policies could silence marginalized communities rather than protect free speech.

In another development, CDT responded swiftly when the Trump Administration requested the resignation of all Democratic members of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB). The organization highlighted PCLOB's bipartisan roots and warned that undermining it could jeopardize essential data flows between continents.

Additionally, when President Trump repealed the Biden Administration’s AI Executive Order, CDT shared its expertise with media outlets. The organization advocated for maintaining certain frameworks related to AI use in federal agencies as fundamental foundations for responsible AI innovation.

CDT continues to publish work on best practices for technology design and governance, assisting companies and governments in using technology beneficially. The organization's core principles remain steadfast: developing technology that improves lives and seizing opportunities to advance civil rights in the digital age.

"Spanning the gap between government, civil society and corporate tech leaders," says CDT, "our work has never been more important."