FBI Assistant Director Ben Williamson informed staff that while employees may celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month, they must do so outside of the workplace and on their own time. Official actions or messaging regarding Pride Month are not permitted, emphasizing that the FBI's focus remains on its core mission. This directive follows the cancellation of diversity initiatives by the Trump administration, contrasting with past Pride Month observances, such as the participation in events and flying the Pride flag under Biden's leadership.
"There should be no official FBI actions, events, or messaging regarding Pride Month... you and your divisions are expected to take no official actions or issue any specific messaging."
"But on FBI time, using FBI resources and your Bureau affiliation... what it does mean is ensuring that the American people see we are focused only on our core mission."
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