Sat Jan 25 02:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Trump Administration Fires Diversity Program Staffers
**Washington D.C.** – The Trump administration has begun terminating federal employees working in diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) programs, following an order issued Friday. A memo from the Office of Personnel Management mandates the termination of all DEIA and “environmental justice” related offices and positions within 60 days. This action follows a directive earlier this week requiring agency heads to submit plans for reducing DEIA staff by Friday.
The move, part of a broader conservative agenda implemented since President Trump’s return to office, has drawn criticism. During his campaign, Trump frequently denounced DEIA initiatives, claiming they discriminated against white men. This latest action builds upon previous efforts to dismantle affirmative action policies in federal contracting and eliminate policies supporting transgender individuals. The administration has also broadened its target to include “environmental justice” initiatives, which the EPA defines as ensuring fair treatment for all people regardless of background in environmental decision-making. The administration has further instructed agencies to investigate the use of coded language to conceal DEIA programs.
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