Category: Ending DEI Programs
Under the Trump-47 administration, the initiative to Ending DEI Programs (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) is a significant policy shift aimed at dismantling federal initiatives that promote these values. President Trump has publicly stated his commitment to terminate all DEI programs across the federal government, citing concerns over what he describes as “objectionable DEI material.” This move includes directing federal agencies to put DEI staff on leave and planning layoffs, effectively removing these programs from federal operations. Additionally, the administration has threatened to withhold federal funding from public schools that maintain DEI initiatives, reflecting a broader agenda to reshape federal policies around issues of diversity and inclusion. This approach resonates with supporters who believe that such programs undermine meritocracy and traditional values.