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Trump Rescinds DEI Executive Orders, Federal Workers Placed On Leave

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks to the National Fraternal Order of Police fall meeting, Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

President Donald Trump's second term began with a series of significant actions aimed at dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices within the federal government. Trump rescinded multiple Executive Orders signed by President Biden that promoted racial preferences and DEI initiatives.

On his first day in office, Trump rescinded an EO signed by Biden, which focused on advancing racial equity and supporting underserved communities. This move set the stage for a broader effort to eliminate DEI practices across federal agencies, contractors, and grant recipients.

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