President Donald Trump has directed federal agencies to place all diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) workers on paid leave and develop plans for their termination, following an executive order to end DEI programs. He characterized DEI efforts as 'radical' and contrary to a 'colorblind equality' promise in the U.S. Constitution, overlooking historical discrimination exemptions. His assertions about DEI fostering prejudice contradict existing research on its benefits. The directive also affects state and local governments receiving federal funds by urging them to eliminate DEI initiatives.
Trump's executive order to end DEI programs ignores multiple studies showing their benefits and falsely claims they create prejudice and interpersonal conflict.
The memo requires federal employees in DEI-related roles to be placed on paid leave and outlines a plan for their termination.
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