diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)

Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti proposed a 3% property tax increase in 2023 to fund a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) coordinator and other city roles, though the budget was not adopted. Her campaign highlighted Rep. Rob Bresnahan’s company receiving federal contracts as a 'women-owned' business while defending Cognetti’s fiscal reforms as mayor.

President Trump, after returning to office, removed top military officials including Charles 'C.Q.' Brown Jr. and Admiral Lisa Franchetti, with defense secretary Pete Hegseth stating the changes aimed to align the military with a 'color-blind, gender-neutral, merit-based' approach. The article highlights concerns about the administration's rejection of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and its impact on Black service members and racial progress in the military.

San Diego County's Fourth of July celebration, initially intended as a tribute to the Declaration of Independence, has been redesigned to emphasize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles, leading to criticism and sponsor withdrawals. Democratic-led officials incorporated elements like tribal blessings, land acknowledgments, and community-story segments focused on historically underserved populations, sidelining traditional patriotic themes.

A Georgia public school district allegedly implemented DEI initiatives that included training teachers to blame 'Whiteness' and 'decolonize' curricula, spending over $2 million between 2017 and 2024. A watchdog report claims the district hid these efforts from federal oversight amid a crackdown on DEI programs.

The North Carolina House voted to override Gov. Josh Stein’s veto of an immigration bill (Senate Bill 153) and several Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) bills. The immigration bill mandates state law enforcement cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, restricts certain public benefits for undocumented immigrants, and prohibits UNC institutions from becoming sanctuary campuses. Gov. Stein criticized the legislature for prioritizing divisive issues over passing a budget.

North Carolina legislators overrode Governor Stein's vetoes to eliminate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in education and mandate state law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration officials. The law requires state agencies to comply with ICE and offers incentives to local agencies for adherence.

The article argues that Ohio teachers should engage in public policy to protect public schools, citing legislative threats like Ohio Senate Bill 113, which bans diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in K-12 schools, and Ohio House Bill 33, which expanded voucher programs reducing public school funding. Similar legislation is being considered in Iowa, South Carolina, and Oklahoma.

The article discusses the closure of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) offices at universities following Alabama's SB 129 law, which prohibits taxpayer funding for such offices. It critiques the evolution of the DEI movement from promoting opportunity to enforcing ideological agendas hostile to merit and free inquiry, while emphasizing the traditional mission of public universities to recruit talented students from underserved communities.

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) initiatives. The administration argues that eliminating racial quotas aligns with constitutional equal protection requirements and prioritizes merit-based access to opportunities.

A conservative watchdog report claims the National Parent Teacher Association (NPTA) is promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and left-wing political priorities in K-12 education, contradicting its stated mission of educational success and family engagement. The report highlights NPTA resources addressing race, gender identity, and immigration, while the organization asserts its materials aim to foster respectful dialogue and inclusive schools.

Educators and advocacy groups in Ohio testified against Senate Bill 113, which would ban diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in K-12 schools. Opponents criticized the bill for lacking a clear definition of DEI, arguing it would hinder efforts to recruit diverse teachers and support LGBTQ students. The bill, introduced by State Sen. Andrew Brenner, faces opposition over its potential to restrict inclusive educational practices.

The U.S. Army met its 2026 recruitment goals four months early, as announced by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth during a West Point commencement speech. Hegseth criticized past military policies focused on diversity and 'anti-American ideologies,' emphasizing unity over diversity as a strength. The Army also exceeded its 2025 recruitment target.

Pete Hegseth criticized diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and the 'woke military' during a West Point graduation speech, arguing they weaken the armed forces. He targeted military leaders supporting these initiatives amid potential U.S. military action against Iran under President Trump.

The article argues that Democrats have covertly implemented reparations for racial minorities through policies like race-targeted marijuana legalization benefits, teacher incentives, and mandatory Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training. It claims these programs, funded by taxpayer money, are disguised as equity initiatives but function as reparations, with critics alleging fraud and racial favoritism.

South Carolina Republicans are pushing to defund the state’s public HBCU after its president rescinded Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette’s commencement speech invitation due to student protests and 'credible safety threats.' Evette, a conservative leader, was invited for her business achievements but faced backlash over her views on DEI, abortion, and support for Trump, leading to the university's reversal.

South Carolina Republicans are pushing to defund the state's only public HBCU after its university canceled Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette's commencement speech due to student protests and security concerns. Evette, a conservative politician running for governor, accused the university of bowing to a 'woke mob' and cited credible threats as the reason for the cancellation.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr accelerated the license renewal process for eight Disney-owned ABC affiliates, citing a DEI probe and failure to submit required documents, while denying the move is linked to Jimmy Kimmel's controversial 'expectant widow' joke targeting Melania Trump. The licenses, originally due for renewal between 2028-2031, are now under review amid Trump's calls for Kimmel's dismissal.

A white male city developer in Baltimore, Andrew C. Freeman, sued Mayor Brandon M. Scott, the city council, and East Baltimore Development Inc. (EBDI) for racial discrimination, alleging he was fired after his 2024 promotion due to his race in a predominantly Black workplace. The lawsuit claims EBDI's CEO Cheryl Y. Washington admitted to firing him under pressure from the mayor's office to prioritize Black women in leadership roles.

A 2023 Supreme Court ruling banned race-based affirmative action due to unclear benefits and lack of defined equity standards. A new study by Debanjan Mitra, Peter Golder, and Mariya Topchy suggests graduates from diverse peer groups earn higher salaries, challenging the court's decision and urging reconsideration.

A report by the Legal Insurrection Foundation and the Defense of Freedom Institute for Policy Studies warns that President Trump's DEI crackdown misses the core socialist-inspired ideology of 'intersectionality' thriving on U.S. campuses. The watchdog claims intersectionality fuels social discord and violence, urging Trump to issue a new executive order targeting the concept directly and replace it with traditional American values in education.