Commissioner Rob Manfred acknowledged MLB's commitment to diversity initiatives while emphasizing the necessity of compliance with applicable laws, especially in light of recent political changes. This comes after President Trump's administration's executive orders aimed at reducing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within federal agencies. Manfred reassured that the league's values regarding diversity remain unchanged but indicated a cautious approach towards evolving legal landscapes. Companies in various sectors are responding differently, with some maintaining their DEI programs and others scaling back. Manfred's statements reflect the balancing act organizations face between social values and legal guidelines.
President Trump's executive orders aimed at curtailing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts apply to the federal government, not to a private business like MLB.
Rob Manfred stated, 'Our values on diversity remain unchanged, but another value that is pretty important to us is, we always try to comply with what the law is.'
The best I can do for you right now is, our values on the issues of diversity remain unchanged, Manfred said.
An executive order titled 'Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing' was unveiled by Trump on Inauguration Day.
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