PBS has decided to shut down its Diversity Equity and Inclusion office in response to President Trump's executive orders aimed at limiting DEI workplace efforts. The closure, advised by legal counsel, will result in the departure of DEI staff members. PBS reassured its commitment to representing all of America despite this decision. The broader context includes historic funding threats to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting during Trump's administration and current scrutiny from the FCC concerning underwriting practices, indicating a tense environment for public media organizations amid political pressures.
"In order to best ensure we are in compliance with the President's executive order around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion we have closed our DEI office."
"The staff members who served in that office are leaving PBS. We will continue to adhere to our mission and values."
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