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
LONDON, April 21 — Nottingham Forest revived their Champions League hopes with a 2-1 win over struggling Tottenham Hotspur yesterday, halting a two-game losing streak and piling more pressure on Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou.
NEW DELHI, April 22 — US Vice President JD Vance met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi yesterday following a red carpet welcome, as India seeks to secure a quick trade deal to avoid heavy tariffs.
ALOR SETAR, April 22 — Police have confirmed the arrest of a male teacher from a private school near here, suspected of sexually harassing several students.