As part of a number of executive orders he plans to sign on Monday, US President Donald Trump is anticipated to formally seek to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives from the defense department.
US officials will be tasked with creating a strategy for transgender troops under a second order.
Military members who were discharged for refusing to receive the Covid-19 vaccine will be reinstated under a third executive order.
One of Trump’s main campaign pledges was to eliminate DEI programs from the federal government, which he promptly carried out after taking office last week.
The goal of DEI programs is to encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to participate in the workplace.
Critics claim that while their supporters claim they redress past injustice and underrepresentation against some groups, particularly racial minorities.
