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People Are Beginning to Recognize the Impact of Trump’s Revocation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Order on Workers

Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony was characterized by tradition and the presence of prominent political figures. However, it was also notable for a series of executive actions that underscored the priorities of his administration. On the day he assumed office, the new president signed 25 executive orders, one of which drew significant attention—the revocation of Executive Order 11246, commonly referred to as the Equal Employment Opportunity order.

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This order, originally signed by former President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1965, has long been a cornerstone policy aimed at preventing discrimination in federal employment and ensuring equal opportunities for all individuals. It explicitly prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, and mandates that federal contractors implement affirmative action plans to promote diversity.

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The revocation of the Equal Employment Opportunity order does not imply that discrimination is now permissible. However, it does signify a step toward dismantling protections against racism and other forms of bias. Prior to his inauguration, Trump had openly discussed his intention to revoke this order, arguing that it was necessary to roll back Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, which he described as “dangerous, demeaning, and immoral.”

Trump, along with other Republicans, has expressed the belief that DEI policies unfairly disadvantage individuals from majority groups.

It is important to clarify that while the revocation of this executive order is concerning, it does not render discrimination legal. The Civil Rights Act (CRA) remains firmly in place as the law of the land. Trump’s executive actions cannot override laws passed by Congress, such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Act, which was signed into law by former President Richard Nixon in 1972.

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Despite this, Trump’s decision to revoke the order has sparked widespread criticism. One social media user succinctly captured the sentiment by stating, “Good for straight white males. Bad for everyone else.” Basil Smikle Jr., a political strategist and policy advisor, commented on the implications of the move, saying, “There’s this clear effort to hinder, if not erode, the political and economic power of people of color and women. What it does is open the door for more cronyism.”

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