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On March 19, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed a memorandum eliminating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) from the Foreign Service. The memorandum directs the Secretary of State to cease using DEI as a criterion for hiring, promotion, and retention, ensuring that these decisions are based solely on merit. This policy change aims to restore fairness and accountability in federal hiring practices across the government.

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