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Trump team wiping out DEI hires, tackling corporate corruption, and ending positions that focus on so-called “misinformation”

By ljdevon // 2025-01-27

President Donald Trump has initiated a rapid transformation of the federal government, sidelining or removing hundreds of employees, shuttering diversity offices, and reclassifying job protections to enable mass firings. The actions, executed within days of his inauguration, have sent shockwaves through the federal workforce, leaving many employees anxious about their futures and the direction of their agencies. The Republican president, who campaigned on a promise to dismantle what he calls the “deep state” and restore “common sense” governance, has targeted “Diversity, equity, and inclusion” programs across the agencies, including in the National Security Council (NSC), the Department of Justice, and the Coast Guard. Offices dedicated to DEI programs have been permanently closed, and executive orders have overturned Biden-era policies, leaving many officials uncertain about their roles. Trump’s transition team has framed these changes as necessary reforms to eliminate what they describe as radical social engineering programs. The government under Biden weaponized federal agencies for political ends, setting up misinformation and disinformation targets that censored Americans and chilled Free Speech. Additionally, Trump’s appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) signals a shift toward scrutinizing Big Pharma influence and addressing public health concerns, such as toxic pollutants, food chemicals, and harmful vaccines. Key Developments: • Mass staff removals: Over 160 National Security Council staffers were sent home, and 20 senior Justice Department attorneys were reassigned. • DEI office closures: Federal diversity offices have been shuttered, with staff placed on paid leave. • Executive orders: Trump signed orders reclassifying federal workers, making it easier to fire hundreds of thousands of employees. • Hiring freeze: Nearly all federal hiring has been halted, except for military, immigration enforcement, and public safety roles. • Legal challenges: Unions have filed lawsuits to block the reclassification of federal workers, arguing it undermines civil service protections.

A swift and coordinated effort to destroy DEI programs

Trump’s actions have been characterized by their speed and coordination, catching many federal employees off guard. “A lot of people did not expect him to act with such a broad stroke,” said Don Quinn, an employment lawyer representing federal workers. “There’s definitely a sense of disbelief. People are concerned about their livelihoods and their families.” At the NSC, staffers were informed via a brief call to turn in their devices and badges. “It came as a surprise and a shock to people,” said a former NSC official. The move is widely seen as part of Trump’s broader effort to purge agencies of individuals he perceives as disloyal or part of the so-called “deep state.” The closure of DEI offices has been particularly contentious. Admiral Linda Lee Fagan, the first female leader of the Coast Guard, was reportedly removed for her focus on diversity initiatives. A Department of Homeland Security official stated that her priorities were deemed excessive.

Reclassifying federal workers

One of the most significant changes is Trump’s executive order reclassifying federal employees as “Schedule Policy/Career,” stripping them of traditional civil service protections. This move could affect hundreds of thousands of workers, as nearly all federal employees touch policy in some capacity. “By deeming anyone involved in ‘policy’ as part of this new category, the pool of people that could potentially be fired expands enormously,” said Don Moynihan, a professor at the University of Michigan’s Ford School of Public Policy. The National Treasury Employees Union has filed a lawsuit to block the order, arguing that it wrongly applies rules for political appointees to career staff. Everett Kelley, president of the American Federation of Government Employees, expressed concern: “The members I’ve heard from are anxious and uncertain about what the future holds for their employment and for their families.” Federal employees who have used their offices and titles to censor and wage warfare against innocent Americans should be scared to lose their positions. Federal workers who have enjoyed the benefits of using their power to their advantage must be FIRED. Sources include: Reuters.com Reuters.com Enoch, Brighteon.ai

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