Ohio State University closes Office of Diversity and Inclusion and Center for Belonging and Social Change

Ohio State University sunset its Office of Diversity and Inclusion and Center for Belonging and Social Change due to federal guidance on eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion measures on campus. This decision impacted 16 staff positions but the school promised to assist impacted employees in finding internal jobs. The university also made changes to scholarship eligibility criteria and announced a review of other DEI-related units.

Trump blames Biden administration and DEI for deadly air crash

Trump blames Biden administration and DEI for deadly Washington, D.C. air crash involving an American Airlines passenger jet and a Black Hawk helicopter. Details emerging from the tragic incident with 67 believed dead.

Gendered Language Guidelines at the State Department

Secretary of State Antony Blinken asks staff to avoid gendered terms according to reports. The State Department appoints a new chief diversity and inclusion officer to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.