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Trump Marks Black History Month, Even as He Disparages Value of Diversity

President Trump arrived at a packed White House celebration alongside Tiger Woods to a roaring crowd. The event came as he has eviscerated federal programs aimed at combating inequality in America.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

Trump fires Black joint chiefs chair Hegseth accused of promoting diversity

US secretary of defense had questioned whether history-making air force general CQ Brown Jr got job because of race. Donald Trump abruptly fired the air force general CQ Brown Jr as chair of the ...

The Guardian - Feb. 22

After Shareholders Affirm Apple’s Diversity Policies, Trump Steps In

Presidential pressure targets the tech giant’s rejection of a plan to roll back DEI measure, including a threat of possible Justice Department investigations.

Inc. - 4d

LGBTQ health groups sue Trump over orders targeting diversity, transgender rights

Nine LGBTQ, health and HIV organizations sued the Trump administration Thursday over three executive orders targeting transgender people and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, which ...

The Hill - Feb. 21

Deere shareholders reject anti-DEI proposal, as Trump pressures Apple to abandon diversity plans

Shareholders of Deere & Co. voted overwhelmingly to reject a proposal seeking to curb the farming-machinery maker’s diversity, equity and inclusion plans — the latest sign of investor resistance to ...

MarketWatch - 4d

Why diversity and success are inextricably linked

Diversity is proven to improve decision-making, innovation, and profitability, making it a key factor for success in business and government, according to studies and research.

The Hill - 4d

Apple’s diversity policies and OpenAI deal targeted by shareholders

iPhone-maker is rare holdout in Silicon Valley against conservative efforts to force rollback on DEI issues

Financial Times - Feb. 24

Apple shareholders reject ban on diversity programs

Apple shareholders rejected a proposal to eliminate internal programs intended to boost the diversity of the company's workforce on Tuesday before its public shareholder meeting.

NBC News - 5d

Apple Shareholders Reject Proposal to Scrap Diversity Programs

Unlike other tech firms, the iPhone maker isn’t walking back its DEI initiatives. And shareholders have now backed that decision.

Inc. - 5d

Diversity backlash: Is 'masculine energy' coming to the UK?

Donald Trump has scrapped federal diversity initiatives and many US firms have too - will UK companies follow suit?

BBC News - 2h

Citibank Joins Private Sector Retreat From Diversity Initiatives

In a politically charged business climate, the global banking giant joins peers in ending many diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, from hiring to corporate governance.

Inc. - Feb. 21

Diversity Program Differences Pop Up Between PepsiCo and Coca-Cola

The two companies have diverging diversity approaches.

Inc. - Feb. 22

Carlos Diegues, Filmmaker Who Celebrated Brazil’s Diversity, Dies at 84

Seeking to shed the gauzy influence of Hollywood and focus on Brazil’s ethnic richness and troubled history, he helped forge a new path for his country’s cinema.

The New York Times - Feb. 22

Apple boss says its diversity programmes may change

His comments came as shareholders rejected a call for the firm to consider ending its diversity practices.

BBC News - 5d

Hollywood diversity in decline despite audience demand, study finds: 'The writing was on the wall'

Despite the popularity of films like 'Wicked,' opportunities for people of color in Hollywood declined in 2024, according to the latest UCLA Hollywood Diversity Report.

Los Angeles Times - 3d

In wake of southern California wildfires, a diverse small business community looks to rebuild

Business owners in Altadena hope to see the diverse community that their organizations thrived in rise from the ashes.

CNBC - 2d

In wake of L.A. wildfires, a diverse small business community looks to rebuild

When the Los Angeles wildfires swept through Southern California in January, Barbara Shay lost much more than the building housing the cafe she owned.

NBC News - 2d

‘Fearless Girl’ Statue Sponsor Shifts Boardroom Diversity Targets

State Street installed the famous “Fearless Girl” statue as part of a campaign to increase gender diversity in business.

Inc. - 14h

As banks retreat from DEI, Citi is making these changes to its diversity and hiring practices

Citigroup says it will no longer require “diverse slates of candidates and diverse panels of interviewers.”

MarketWatch - Feb. 22

Trump and Zelensky’s war of words

The US and Ukrainian presidents get into a public row.

BBC News - Feb. 19

One Month into the Trump Presidency

The president has moved swiftly to remake Washington. But for business leaders, that volatility has often been hard to navigate.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

Trump’s Bargain With Putin Is ‘Shameful’

Turning our back on Ukraine would only weaken America.

The New York Times - Feb. 24

The Macron And Trump Bromance Returns

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Donald Trump at the White House

BBC News - 6d

Trump's AI safety cuts

Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story AI safety institute faces cuts under Trump Potential cuts to the U.S. AI Safety Institute (AISI) are ...

The Hill - 6d

Trump courts rich immigrants

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump pitches ‘gold card’ to replace EB5 investor visa The Trump administration ...

The Hill - 5d

The dos and don'ts for meetings with Trump

The US president is set to meet UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer - did the French leader show the way?

BBC News - 4d

Is Trump the new Don of the Donbas?

Trump may be Putin's new competition.

The Hill - 3d

The Starmer-Trump love-in

Plus: more ammo, less aid — the UK’s changing spending priorities

Financial Times - 2d

Trump Is Rootin’ for Putin

Trump and Vance in a gross betrayal of the West.

The New York Times - 1d

Trump fumbles the ball to Putin

Putin knew he was in a weak negotiating position -- that is until Trump and Vance’s Oval Office outbursts strengthened his hand.

The Hill - 1d

It’s not all Trump’s fault

There is more to markets’ uneasy mood than policy uncertainty

Financial Times - 3h

Democrats won’t fight Trump’s tariff policies. On trade, Trump is a Democrat.

President Donald Trump's recent trade policy has been met with surprising support from congressional Democrats, despite his protectionist policies being more aligned with progressive Democrats than ...

The Hill - Feb. 23

Trump Urged to Halt Firings at the FAA

After a string of deadly plane crashes, lawmakers and union members are urging the president to protect the transportation department from further personnel cuts.

The New York Times - Feb. 20

Ukraine or Russia: Whose Side Is Trump On?

Nick asks former UK foreign secretary Jeremy Hunt.

BBC News - Feb. 20

Trump layoff plan gets reprieve

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Judge gives Trump go-ahead on mass layoffs A federal judge refused a request from ...

The Hill - Feb. 21