Ending Illegal Discrimination And Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity

On January 21, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order aimed at ending what he describes as illegal discrimination through diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies across federal and private sectors. The order revokes previous executive actions promoting DEI, mandates federal agencies to enforce civil-rights laws strictly, and encourages the private sector to eliminate DEI practices that violate these laws. This move could significantly impact hiring and contracting practices, potentially sparking legal challenges and political debate over the interpretation of civil rights and merit-based opportunities in the United States.