The Latest Breaking News from Diversity

Michelle Obama To Skip Trump's Inauguration

Michelle Obama's decision to skip Trump's inauguration and her criticism of his rhetoric and lack of diversity at the event.

Top News · Jan 14, 2025

What to know from Pete Hegseth's fiery confirmation hearing

President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for Defense Secretary is facing senators for the first time after weeks of questions from Democrats and praise from Republicans about his “unconventional” resume

The Independent UK · Jan 14, 2025

Madagascar supports more unique plant life than any other island in the world – new study

Researchers have long known that islands are hotspots for species diversity. But, until recently, there weren’t precise figures to quantify the diversity of plant life on islands. A study involving an international team of scientists has filled this gap. The researchers developed a database of vegetation information from more than…

The Conversation · Jan 14, 2025

LA Fire Department Faces Criticism Amid Devastating Wildfires

Los Angeles Fire Department faces criticism for budget cuts and diversity initiatives during ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles County.

Top News · Jan 12, 2025

MAGA Blames Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Programs for LA Wildfires: 'Working Hydrants > Diversity'

Conservatives blame diversity initiatives for Los Angeles wildfires, ignoring scientific evidence linking the disaster to climate change.

Latin Times · Jan 11, 2025

Amazon Joins the Trend of Scaling Back DEI Programs

Amazon is winding down some DEI programs as part of a larger review amid growing pressures from activists and changing corporate priorities.

Mic · Jan 11, 2025

In utterly unsurprising news, Maga blames diversity for the Los Angeles wildfires

Elon Musk, one of the brightest minds of his generation, is saying it, so it must be true

The Guardian - US · Jan 11, 2025

How could Trump’s second term affect DEI initiatives in the US?

The president-elect has disparaged DEI. As Meta and Walmart drop diversity goals, here’s how others may follow

The Guardian - US · Jan 11, 2025

Meta and Amazon ax diversity programs ahead of Trump inauguration

Changes at Meta come after company elevated prominent Republican to key position and donated to Trump

The Independent UK · Jan 11, 2025

Meta terminates its DEI programs days before Trump inauguration

Meta, fresh off announcement to end factchecking, follows McDonald’s and Walmart in rolling back diversity initiatives

The Guardian - US · Jan 10, 2025