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Federal DEI Employees Placed on Leave by Executive Order

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Federal DEI Employees Placed on Leave by Executive Order

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President Donald Trump has signed an executive order requiring all federal employees working in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs to be placed on paid administrative leave. This action is part of a broader effort to dismantle DEI initiatives within federal agencies, which the administration claims are discriminatory and misuse taxpayer funds. Agencies have been directed to remove DEI-related materials, cancel training programs, terminate contracts, and develop plans to eliminate DEI roles entirely.

Critics warn that this decision may reverse progress in addressing systemic inequalities and promoting workforce diversity. Proponents argue it aims to ensure fairness and neutrality in federal operations. This marks a significant departure from the previous administration’s emphasis on advancing DEI initiatives.