Presidential Shift: Trump reverses key Biden administration DEI policies

A memo from the Office of Personnel Management requires federal agencies to place all diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) employees on paid leave by 5:00 PM. Agencies must submit plans to dismiss these employees by January 31st. White House press secretary Caroline Levitt states this action aligns with the Trump administration's goal of a merit-based society, emphasizing hiring based on skills rather than race.

What immediate action was directed by the Office of Personnel Management regarding DEI employees?

• To transfer them to another department

• To place them on paid leave

• To give them a bonus

• To promote them

By what date must federal agencies submit plans for dismissing DEI employees?

• January 31st

• February 28th

• March 31st

• December 31st

What is the main focus of the Trump administration as mentioned by Caroline Levitt?

• Reducing government spending

• Improving international relations

• Increasing diversity in the workplace

• Returning to a merit-based society

What does the term 'merit-based society' imply in the context of the administration's focus?

• Hiring based on skills

• Hiring based on geographical location

• Hiring based on seniority

• Hiring based on political affiliation

What phrase did Caroline Levitt use to describe the administration's decision?

• Promises made, promises kept

• Change for the better

• A new beginning

• Forward together