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U.S. Diplomats Face New Dress Code Amid Criticism

4/4/2026

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  • The U.S. State Department added its first formal business dress code for diplomats to the Foreign Affairs Manual to address concerns about informal attire.
  • Assistant Secretary Dylan Johnson said the policy applies to both civil and foreign service employees.
  • Critics on social media mocked the initiative, saying ethics should take precedence over dress codes.
  • The move signals a broader shift toward stricter standards and away from previous policies that emphasized flexibility.