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On February 27, 2025, President Donald J. Trump announced the end of lowering hiring standards for police and firefighters, a practice that was previously justified by diversity initiatives. Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed that the Department of Justice has dismissed several lawsuits from the Biden administration that challenged police and fire departments on their use of race-neutral hiring processes. The Trump Administration is now prioritizing merit-based qualifications to ensure the safety and effectiveness of public services.

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