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Trump Administration Cuts Diversity References, Sparks Backlash

2/3/2025

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The Trump administration has reaffirmed its decision to eliminate diversity references from federal websites, insisting that government operations will continue unaffected. This move, tied to an executive order recognizing only two genders, has drawn sharp criticism for potentially endangering marginalized communities and public health efforts, as Trump controversially connects recent aviation issues to diversity hiring.

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The Trump administration has reaffirmed its decision to eliminate diversity references from federal websites, insisting that government operations will continue unaffected. This move, tied to an executive order recognizing only two genders, has drawn sharp criticism for potentially endangering marginalized communities and public health efforts, as Trump controversially connects recent aviation issues to diversity hiring.