Rescinding Affirmative Action Policies
President Trump signed an executive order rescinding affirmative action policies and promoting a merit-based system in federal hiring practices, aiming to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in the federal workforce and contracting.
Key Points
- Rescinding affirmative action policies
- Promoting merit-based system in federal hiring
- Eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
Pros
- Promotes merit-based hiring practices
- Aims to streamline federal contracting process
Cons
- Eliminates diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
- Could lead to reduced diversity in the workforce