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Google Abandons Diversity Hiring Goals After Supreme Court Ruling

2/8/2025

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Google has decided to eliminate hiring goals for underrepresented groups, altering its diversity strategy.
This shift aligns with a trend among U.S. companies like Meta and Amazon, reducing DEI initiatives under conservative influence.
The change follows a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action, leading to a reevaluation of DEI practices.
Google will continue to support internal employee networks dedicated to promoting diversity.

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Story summary

Google has decided to eliminate hiring goals for underrepresented groups, altering its diversity strategy.
This shift aligns with a trend among U.S. companies like Meta and Amazon, reducing DEI initiatives under conservative influence.
The change follows a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action, leading to a reevaluation of DEI practices.
Google will continue to support internal employee networks dedicated to promoting diversity.