Trump’s Bold Moves: Shutting Down DEI and Dismantling the Department of Education
Trump’s Bold Moves: Shutting Down DEI and Dismantling the Department of Education In a world where politically charged agendas often overshadow core administrative functions, President Trump's major executive actions signal a formidable shift. By gutting the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) bureaucracy within the Foreign Service and initiating the process to dismantle the Department of Education, Trump sets the stage for radical changes with promises to prioritize merit-based systems and decentralize educational governance. Key Takeaways Merit over Identity: Trump's move to strip DEI-criteria in the Foreign Service emphasizes competence over identity politics. Decentralizing Education: Shutting down the Department of Education aims to return control back to parents and local authorities. Impact of Federal Overreach: These changes challenge the efficacy of longstanding federal systems that have been criticized for poor performance metrics. Prioritizing Merit i...