People Are Just Now Understanding the Impact of the Employment Act Donald Trump Revoked on Workers
Trump Axes Workplace Protections: DEI Programs Scrapped, Sparks Outrage
Trump wasted no time shaking up his second term. Just hours after his inauguration, he signed 25 executive orders, including a controversial move to dismantle government diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs.
The boldest step? Revoking Executive Order 11246, a 1965 policy that barred discrimination in federal workplaces. Trump claims it eliminates “radical” DEI programs, prioritizing merit over what he sees as identity-driven hiring. Critics, however, argue this guts decades of progress for women, minorities, and LGBTQ+ workers.
Social media erupted, with one user tweeting, “Good for straight white males. Bad for everyone else.” Advocates warn this could widen inequalities in hiring and promotion, while supporters argue it fosters a fairer, merit-based system.
Will Trump’s sweeping decision level the playing field or tilt it further? Debate rages on, and the fallout could reshape America’s workplaces for years to come.
