Trump Administration Orders Federal DEI Employees to Be Placed on Paid Leave
On January 21, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order directing all federal employees involved in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) programs to be placed on paid administrative leave. This action is part of a broader initiative to dismantle DEIA efforts within federal agencies.
Key Directives:
Immediate Leave: Federal employees working in DEIA roles are to be placed on paid administrative leave by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Dismantling DEIA Offices: Agencies are instructed to shut down DEIA offices, remove related public materials, and terminate associated contracts.
Reporting and Compliance: Agencies must submit progress reports by noon on Thursday, January 23, 2025, and develop plans by the end of the month for executing reductions-in-force for DEIA employees.
This executive order rescinds diversity policies implemented during the Biden administration, reflecting a significant policy shift. The move has prompted discussions about the future of DEIA initiatives within the federal workforce and their impact on workplace inclusivity.
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