President Donald Trump's administration has taken significant steps to end affirmative action in federal contracting and dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs within the federal government. This move follows an executive order signed by Trump aimed at eliminating what he perceives as discriminatory practices and promoting strictly merit-based hiring.
The executive order revokes previous orders related to affirmative action and curtails DEI programs for federal contractors and grant recipients. Federal agencies have been directed to place DEI office staff on paid leave, remove public DEI-focused webpages, cancel related training, and develop plans to lay off DEI workers.
