WASHINGTON, March 20 — President Donald Trump’s administration is facing criticism for dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs across the federal government, erasing decades of racial justice efforts.
WASHINGTON, March 20 — President Donald Trump’s administration is facing criticism for dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs across the federal government, erasing decades of racial justice efforts.
Among the changes, the Pentagon has removed references to Black, Hispanic, and women war veterans from its website, including stories about the Tuskegee Airmen and Navajo “code talkers.” Historian Kevin M. Levin called it “a sad day” for military history.
Trump, who fulfilled a campaign promise by terminating DEI programs, argued they led to “illegal and immoral discrimination.” The Pentagon defended the removals, labeling DEI as “Woke cultural Marxism” that weakens military cohesion.
The move has sparked outrage among historians and descendants of war heroes. Zonnie Gorman, daughter of a Navajo code talker, called it “an attempt to erase the history of people of color.”
Beyond government, major corporations like Google, Meta, and McDonald’s have also scaled back DEI efforts since Trump’s election win. Critics, including the ACLU, warn these rollbacks reverse progress in racial justice. — AFP
MANCHESTER, April 28 — Manchester United moved closer to securing Champions League qualification with a 2-1 victory over Brentford on Monday, but interim manager Michael Carrick said the team must continue pushing to finish as high as possible in the Premier League.
TEHRAN, April 28 — Iran on Tuesday said the United States is no longer in a position to dictate terms to other nations, as Washington reviews a new Iranian proposal concerning the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
MECCA, April 28 — Haj pilgrims have been reminded not to let social media distract them from the true purpose of their journey in the Holy Land.