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What will be the most cited reason for the termination of DEI programs at the Pentagon by June 30, 2025?
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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth Ends All DEI Programs at Pentagon; No Exceptions, Name-Changes, Will Be Fired
Jan 26, 2025, 06:31 PM
On January 26, 2025, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced the termination of all Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs at the Pentagon. Hegseth emphasized that the Department of Defense (DoD) will not allow any exceptions, name changes, or delays regarding this directive. He stated that those who do not comply with the new policy will no longer be employed at the Pentagon. The announcement has been reiterated across various platforms, highlighting the firm stance taken by the new Secretary of Defense against DEI initiatives within the military framework.
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