Verizon Communications has decided to terminate its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives after being investigated by the Trump administration, particularly influenced by FCC Chair Brendan Carr's criticism. In a letter released to Carr, Verizon outlined its plans to dismantle its DEI frameworks, including the discontinuation of diversity goals in its workforce and changes to corporate sponsorship practices. The FCC's scrutiny appears to be a significant factor in Verizon's ongoing acquisition efforts for Frontier Communications, amounting to $9.6 billion.
Verizon Communications announced it is ending its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs following a federal investigation, aiming to streamline its corporate practices.
The company's decision includes removing DEI references from training and eliminating diversity goals from management compensation.
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