Pentagon's DEI Purge Erasing History
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's Pentagon's DEI purge is erasing history by deleting images of Black soldiers, pioneering female service members, and even photos of the Enola Gay bomber from World War II. The purge is in compliance with President Trump's executive order to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs across federal agencies.
Key Points
- Over 26,000 images flagged for removal across military branches
- Concerns that the real total could exceed 100,000 with social media and websites factored in
- Images of Tuskegee Airmen, all-female C-17 crew, and Medal of Honor recipient targeted
- Widespread confusion regarding the purge process
- Uncertain if deleted content will be archived or permanently erased
Pros
- Compliance with President Trump's executive order
- Maintaining uniformity across federal agencies
Cons
- Erasing historical images and diversity initiatives
- Confusion and concerns about the historical record