Published 09:06 IST, January 25th 2025
Donald Trump 2.0 Begins: Federal Agencies To Dismantle These Offices In 60 Days
Trump administration has directed federal agencies to terminate offices and positions tied to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within 60 days.

US President Donald Trump 's administration has ordered federal agencies to dismantle offices and roles dedicated to diversity, equity, inclusion, and related initiatives.
A memo from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), circulated Friday, instructed agency heads to comply within 60 days "to the maximum extent allowed by law."
This directive aligns with Trump’s series of executive orders aimed at rolling back DEI programs since taking office earlier this week.
The administration's move reflects its belief that such programs prioritise identity over merit, a stance critics have called discriminatory and regressive.
Why DEI Matters
DEI programs aim to foster opportunities for underrepresented groups, including women, ethnic minorities, and LGBTQ+ individuals, addressing longstanding inequities in hiring and promotions.
However, Trump and his allies argue that these initiatives discriminate against other Americans and weaken merit-based hiring practices.
Civil rights advocates warn this policy shift marks a significant setback to decades of progress in achieving workplace equality.
Broader Implications of the Memo
"In accordance with that order, each agency, department, or commission head shall take action to terminate, to the maximum extent allowed by law, all DEI, DEIA, and 'environmental justice' offices and positions within sixty days," the OPM memo stated.
(With Inputs From Reuters)
Updated 10:25 IST, January 25th 2025