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Air Force Removes Tribute to First Female Thunderbird Pilot

4/17/2025

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The U.S. Air Force has pulled articles celebrating retired Col. Nicole Malachowski, the first female Thunderbird pilot, in response to President Trump's orders to cut Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion content. Malachowski condemned this move as "un-American," emphasizing that it erases the vital contributions of women and minorities in the military and threatens the core values of the nation.

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The U.S. Air Force has pulled articles celebrating retired Col. Nicole Malachowski, the first female Thunderbird pilot, in response to President Trump's orders to cut Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion content. Malachowski condemned this move as "un-American," emphasizing that it erases the vital contributions of women and minorities in the military and threatens the core values of the nation.