DEI

Legal expert Cully Stimson criticized the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, calling its historical portrayal of the United States a negative, "self-loathing" oppressor-versus-oppressed narrative. The comments followed congressional hearings initiated after a White House report accused the museum of advancing DEI and left-wing agendas. Stimson stated that these hearings exposed what he described as "bile that they’re trying to pass off as history."

A legal expert, Cully Stimson, called for a leadership overhaul at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History (NMAH), arguing the museum has embraced a negative, "self-loathing" portrayal of US history. His criticisms followed accusations made in a July 2026 White House report concerning DEI and left-wing agendas, which led to congressional hearings involving NMAH Director Anthea Hartig.

Companies that maintained Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity (DEI) policies remained financially successful even after receiving executive orders from Donald Trump. In January 2025, Donald Trump ended DEI within the federal government through executive orders. Consequently, major corporations, including Google, Goldman Sachs, McDonald’s, and Walmart, announced they were ending their internal DEI policies.

The Smithsonian Institution receives over $1 billion annually in taxpayer funding but faces mounting scrutiny regarding its focus on DEI priorities and ideological portrayals of American history. President Donald Trump's administration has targeted the budget, proposing reductions following White House reports that accuse the institution of advancing left-wing agendas. Criticism cited includes America 250 exhibiting an ideologically imbalanced account of history.

The Smithsonian has relied on over $1 billion annually in taxpayer funding despite facing scrutiny regarding its DEI priorities and ideological portrayals of American history. The White House has proposed budget reductions for the institution following a review that issued a report accusing it of advancing certain agendas. The controversy includes criticisms that exhibits, such as America 250, were ideologically imbalanced.

Lonnie Bunch III, the Smithsonian Institution secretary, earned over $4.4 million in base salary and benefits from 2020-2024. The Smithsonian uses private trust funds for executive pay to comply with federal caps, but federal taxpayers fund 60% of the institution. Bunch has promoted DEI as central to museum excellence and is associated with the 1619 Project, which faces criticism for historical inaccuracies.

Massachusetts lawmakers propose a permanent Muslim commission to prioritize hiring American Muslims for state government positions, countering Trump’s push to dismantle DEI.

The article claims the Smithsonian Institution has been infiltrated by 'woke' ideology and DEI initiatives, citing Anthea Hartig's leadership and the 'MASS Action Toolkit' as evidence. It argues that the left is strategically delaying reforms and urges a 'patriot' to reclaim the institution, with Trump suggested as a potential catalyst.

A $19.8 million EPA grant aimed at improving environmental health in Thomasville's Dewey City neighborhood was revoked under Trump's second presidency due to a crackdown on DEI programs. The grant, part of a $2 billion Biden-era initiative, was intended to address aging infrastructure and contaminants in a historically Black community. Environmental advocates argue the decision undermines public health for marginalized populations.

Racist attacks against Arizona Republicans Kimberly Yee and Quang Nguyen highlight a campaign strategy within the GOP. An ad portraying Yee as the 'Empress of DEI' with Chinese imagery and music was used to undermine her, while Tyler Bowyer of Turning Point USA engaged in a racist exchange with Nguyen.

A California judge ruled against Trump's attempt to link federal funding to compliance with his anti-DEI agenda, marking a judicial rebuke of the administration's efforts. The decision is a setback for Trump's push to condition funding on anti-DEI policies.

Small farmers, including Lawrencia Rogers in Iowa, criticize the Trump administration for cutting USDA funding, citing 'DEI' and wasteful spending. The USDA's actions are seen as a betrayal after Trump campaigned on supporting farmers.

North Carolina public schools are grappling with the new DEI law, Senate Bill 227, which became state law after the General Assembly overrode Gov. Josh Stein's veto.

Linda McMahon warns Harvard she will take action if the university does not correct DEI errors, referencing a wrestling move as a metaphor for her approach.

GOP lawmakers are urging Trump’s FDA to ensure clinical trials include diverse participants. The Trump administration removed DEI references from HHS websites, but supporters argue clinical trial diversity focuses on patient similarity, not hiring or social initiatives.

Corporate charities are moving away from DEI initiatives and shifting focus to more concrete and universally agreeable causes. The article highlights that corporations are now supporting initiatives described as 'concrete and hard to argue with.'

Three Republican candidates debated gubernatorial policies, focusing on affordability, data center regulations, and opposition to DEI. They clashed over state versus local control of data centers and policy approaches.

America's medical schools are shifting away from DEI initiatives, which is expected to allow future doctors to focus more on patient care, potentially benefiting all Americans' health.

Wall Street has reduced its confidence in Nike following its earnings report, driven by ongoing backlash against the company's DEI initiatives and declining sales in China.

North Carolina's $34 billion budget includes cuts to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, Medicaid funding, and provisions for state employee raises. The budget process bypasses committee hearings, allowing only floor votes, drawing criticism for limited public input. Key changes include eliminating the Office of Health Equity and the Office for Historically Underutilized Businesses.

The article states that despite Jamie Dimon's support for DEI initiatives, the selection of his successor at JPMorgan will focus on meritocracy rather than DEI considerations.

The Baltimore Orioles hosted Pride Night with rainbow-themed decorations and invited drag queen Heidi N Closet to perform. Closet criticized the Trump administration for rolling back DEI initiatives and distancing companies from the LGBTQ+ community. The article also notes Major League Baseball's scaled-back DEI efforts amid federal government crackdowns.

Trump's appearance at the Great American State Fair, intended as a 250th birthday celebration for the U.S., was criticized for turning into a partisan MAGA rally. His speech focused on divisive issues and self-praise, leading to artist cancellations and a deflated event atmosphere.

The Kansas Board of Regents approved a definition for DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) to comply with a recent state budget bill. Some faculty members and a free speech advocate have criticized the policy as 'vague' and 'educational censorship.'

Texas’s Higher Ed Overseer dismissed dozens of complaints. The ombudsman position was created by Republicans to investigate violations of a ban on DEI and the reduction of faculty governance bodies.

California and Oregon municipalities are seeking to block Trump administration policies that impose grant conditions on public safety, health, and environmental funding, arguing they violate constitutional and legal standards. A federal judge indicated he may grant a preliminary injunction against the Department of Homeland Security and Justice but expressed skepticism about claims against the Interior Department.

John Rose, a candidate for governor, criticizes Starbucks' relocation to Tennessee and its diversity initiatives in a campaign ad, opposing the $30 million taxpayer incentives offered to the company. He emphasizes protecting Tennessee's culture and aligns with Trump's business stance.

Transgender actress Laverne Cox claims that Trump's attack on DEI has caused her significant financial losses and that brands are now hesitant to collaborate with her.

The Department of the Interior under Secretary Doug Burgum is terminating 43 partnerships with groups it claims contradict the Trump administration’s priorities, cutting over $4 million in funding for programs related to DEI, environmental justice, and support for illegal immigrants. Targeted groups include the Hispanic Access Foundation, Latino Outdoors, and the American Alliance of Museums, among others.

Jeremy Carl, a senior fellow at the Claremont Institute, argued in a 2024 book that white identity is under threat in America. During his failed State Department nomination hearing, Senator Chris Murphy challenged Carl to define white values, prompting Carl to cite examples like Scotch-Irish military culture and differences in white churches, food, and music. Despite his inability to provide a coherent definition, Carl's views on white identity as an aggrieved group are gaining political traction.

The University of Florida has selected a new president who is described as a DEI enthusiast. The article questions this choice given Florida's reputation as a state opposing progressive ideologies labeled as 'woke.'

A UK minister condemns rioting following the death of Henry Nowak, who was handcuffed while dying from a stab wound, and urges a review of police anti-racism guidance. Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, claims the case highlights a 'two-tier culture' in the UK where white people face unfair treatment, contrasting it with the public response to George Floyd's death.

The U.S. Coast Guard is ending race-based admissions for its officer commissioning program as part of the Trump administration’s anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiative. The College Student Pre-Commissioning Initiative (CSPI) previously included preferences for students from schools meeting racial quotas, which the administration claims violate the Constitution’s equal protection requirements.

Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett faces backlash for mocking Gov. Greg Abbott's disability, referencing his 1980s tree-incident paralysis and using 'DEI' rhetoric. Critics on social media labeled her remarks 'low IQ,' while Crockett denies targeting Abbott's condition, focusing instead on his immigration policies. The controversy follows her 2025 'Governor Hot Wheels' comment and her unsuccessful Senate bid.

Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett faces backlash for mocking Gov. Greg Abbott's disability, referencing his 1980s paralyzing tree incident and reiterating prior 'Governor Hot Wheels' jabs. Critics and social media users condemned her remarks as 'low IQ' and offensive, while Abbott's office avoided direct comment.

Rick Jackson, a Republican gubernatorial candidate in Georgia, is running anti-immigration ads targeting immigrants, transgender people, and DEI initiatives ahead of the primary. The ads promise deportation for unauthorized immigrants committing violent crimes, sparking controversy over rhetoric targeting specific groups.

IBM has settled a discrimination lawsuit with the DOJ for $17 million. The case involved allegations related to diversity, equity, and inclusion practices within the company.

Democrats considering 2028 presidential runs are distancing themselves from 2020 positions on issues like border security, DEI, and pandemic policies to appeal to broader voter bases. The shift reflects concerns that left-leaning policies contributed to losses in the 2024 election, prompting candidates to adopt more centrist messaging for midterms and future campaigns.