Defense agency bans Black History Month and other ‘special observances’

The Defense Intelligence Agency has paused all activities related to special observances like Martin Luther King Jr. Day and LGBTQ Pride Month to comply with Trump’s executive order, banning 11 observances and employee networking groups. The Trump administration has targeted programs promoting diversity in the federal government, with other agencies also disbanding employee resource groups. Former officials express concern over the impact on morale and access to resources for underserved communities, highlighting the historical significance of these observances and the contributions of marginalized groups.

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