President Donald Trump’s first days in office have included a flurry of orders and actions dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs across public and private sectors.
Last week, Trump signed an executive order to end all federal DEI initiatives. In a separate action, he directed federal agencies to target the private sector, and identify organizations with “illegal discrimination and preferences.” As part of that action, he specifically targeted federal contractors, dramatically changing decades-long rules around discriminatory practices, and transforming corporate liability risks.
