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Defense agency prohibits Black History Month and other ‘special observances’


The Defense Intelligence Agency has ordered a pause on activities and events related to various special observances, including Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Black History Month, Juneteenth, LGBTQ Pride Month, Holocaust Remembrance Day, and others, to comply with President Donald Trump’s executive order. Affinity groups and employee networking groups have also been put on pause as part of this directive. The Trump administration has prioritized going after programs perceived to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the federal government, calling some programs discriminatory and a waste of taxpayer dollars. Similar actions have been taken by other agencies, including the Justice Department and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, disbanding their employee resource groups. These groups are voluntary, employee-led organizations for people with similar backgrounds or life experiences. Critics of these actions argue that observances like Black History Month are crucial for acknowledging American history and raising awareness about communities’ experiences to better serve them. They warn that such rollbacks could demoralize communities, undermine morale in the workplace, and have long-term impacts on inclusivity. Former officials who worked on diversity and inclusion efforts within the government express disappointment and concern over these policy changes, emphasizing the importance of making policies and resources accessible for underserved communities. The Trump administration has faced criticism for its approach to diversity and inclusion initiatives, with concerns raised about the impact on marginalized groups and the erosion of progress in promoting equality and understanding.

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