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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Vinay Patel

Elon Musk Posts 'DEI Means DIE' As California Burns After Officials Spent $500M On DEI Initiatives

Elon Musk's tweet "DEI Means DIE" ignited controversy amidst California wildfires, following $500 million in state spending on DEI initiatives. (Credit: Twitter / DogeDesigner @cb_doge)

Amid the devastating California wildfires, Elon Musk sparked controversy with an X post declaring, "DEI Means DIE." His bold statement comes after it was revealed that California state agencies have invested a staggering £406 million ($500 million) into Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

Musk's X post suggests that California's reported £406 million ($500 million) investment in DEI programs may be diverting resources away from crucial wildfire management efforts. This claim has sparked intense criticism as the state battles devastating blazes.

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