On February 21, 2025, the federal district court in Maryland halted two Executive Orders from President Trump aimed at dismantling DEI initiatives across government and educational sectors. The court determined these orders conflict with the First and Fifth Amendments, arguing they target the supportive expression of diversity and inclusion, which is essential to federal anti-discrimination law. The lawsuit, brought by several prominent organizations, asserts that the administration's actions disrupt long-standing policies that promote equity.
The court ruled that the Executive Orders unfairly target the promotion of equity, diversity, and inclusion, directly conflicting with established federal antidiscrimination laws.
By declaring DEI as 'illegal,' the administration sought to dismantle core values of federal anti-discrimination law that support equity, diversity, and inclusion.
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