U.S. Marine Band forced to cancel concert with students of color after Trump DEI order

Trump administration DEI order forces cancellation of concert with students

After an executive order ending DEI initiatives, the U.S. Marine Band canceled a concert featuring young musicians of color. Veterans stepped in to mentor the aspiring musicians.

CBS News - 4d

Playing in harmony, despite the president's DEI executive order

When President Trump's executive order banned DEI programs throughout the government, the United States Marine Band was forced to cancel a planned concert with teens from Equity Arc, a nonprofit ...

CBS News - 15h

Equity Arc Wind Symphony: The full concert

Veteran military musicians stepped in after President Trump's executive order banning DEI programs throughout the government forced the cancellation of a planned Marine Band collaboration with teens.

CBS News - 4d

America's Own | Sunday on 60 Minutes

Young musicians' dreams were dashed when the U.S. Marine Band followed orders to cancel a concert featuring middle and high school students of color, a result of the Trump administration’s ...

CBS News - 1d

3/16/2025: Under the Radar; America’s Own; Werner Herzog

First, an investigation into U.S. drone swarm mysteries dating back years. Then, a report on DEI and a cancelled U.S. Marine Band concert. And, Werner Herzog: The 60 Minutes Interview.

CBS News - 1d

Appeals court reinstates portions of Trump’s DEI orders

A federal appeals court Friday reinstated portions of President Trump’s executive orders targeting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs that were blocked by a lower court. The unanimous ...

The Hill - 6d

Judge orders reinstatement of education grants axed by Trump in DEI sweep

A judge ordered the Trump administration to reinstate education grants it had nixed as part of its work to end DEI initiatives.

CNBC - 2d

The US Army Is Using ‘CamoGPT’ to Purge DEI From Training Materials

Developed to boost productivity and operational readiness, the AI is now being used to “review” diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility policies to align them with President Trump’s orders.

Wired - Mar. 6

U.S. Department of Education: What to Know After Trump’s Executive Order

President Trump signed an order calling for the agency to close, and has already gutted its staff and programs. Still, students may not see much change, at least at first.

The New York Times - 12h

Jackie Robinson's Army career wiped from military website in DEI purge

The military story of Jackie Robinson, who broke baseball's color barrier after serving as a 2nd lieutenant in the Army, no longer exists on the Department of Defense’s website as part of the Trump ...

NBC News - 1d

Zelenskyy urges Trump to use ‘strength of America’ to force Moscow into ceasefire after US-Russia talks – Europe live

Ukraine president says pressure must be put on Russia after US president says talks between Witkoff and Putin were ‘productive’. Germany is close to unlocking the way to a massive increase in ...

The Guardian - 6d

Trump cancels $400 million in federal funds to Columbia University

The Trump administration announced Friday that it is canceling $400 million in federal grants to Columbia University, saying the school is not doing enough to protect its Jewish students against ...

NBC News - Mar. 8

Jewish scholars condemn cancelation of federal funding to Columbia

A group of 400 Jewish professors and students have written a letter condemning the cancelation of some $400 million in federal funding to Columbia University, a move the Trump administration says ...

The Hill - 20h

US lumber prices slide on Trump’s Canadian tariffs delay

Futures close to record high after US orders investigation into dumping practices

Financial Times - Mar. 9

Multiple fires blast from manholes across US college after explosion on campus

A maintenance hole explosion at Texas Tech University caused evacuation orders and classes to be cancelled for the rest of the week.

BBC News - Mar. 13

US colleges warned of ‘enforcement actions’ over antisemitism allegations

Warning comes after cancellation of $400m in funding to Columbia and detention of student activist Mahmoud Khalil. The US education department’s civil rights office issued warnings on Monday to ...

The Guardian - Mar. 11

Trump signs executive order to dismantle US Department of Education

Order calls for teardown of department as Trump seemingly tries to circumvent need to obtain congressional approval. US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump signed an executive order ...

The Guardian - 16h

Tucker Carlson warns Trump against bombing Iran after 'great force' threat

Conservative commentator Tucker Carlson is warning President Trump against a preemptive strike against Iran after the president ordered strikes on Iranian-backed militias in the Middle East over ...

The Hill - 2d

Trump orders strikes on Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen and issues new warning

Trump is promising to use “overwhelming lethal force” until Iranian-backed Houthi rebels cease their attacks on shipping along a vital maritime corridor.

NBC News - 5d

What Happens to Student Loans if the Education Dept. Closes?

The White House released an executive order instructing the secretary of education to begin shutting down the department — but not to cancel your debt.

The New York Times - 14h

I’m a transgender veteran. Trump’s military order is reckless and dangerous | Alleria Stanley

Trans people are twice as likely as US adults overall to serve in the armed forces. But we’re regularly told our careers and lives aren’t worth saving. Late last month, the Trump administration ...

The Guardian - Mar. 11

Trump to dramatically downsize education department but it will still handle student loans, says White House – live

Press secretary Karoline Leavitt says DoE will be ‘much smaller’ due to executive order Trump will sign as critics say it is ‘dark day’ for US children. Revealed: Trump education cuts mean years ...

The Guardian - 16h

Trump’s executive order to dismantle Department for Education sparks fears for students – live

Eliminating department, which distributes billions in federal money to schools and manages federal student loans, would likely require act of Congress. Defense secretary Pete Hegseth said late ...

The Guardian - 37m

Houthis vow to retaliate after US airstrikes on Yemen

The Houthis are vowing retaliation after the U.S. launched a series of airstrikes on Yemen. President Trump ordered a series of airstrikes on the Houthis, a militant group backed by Iran, on ...

The Hill - 4d

Appeals court rules Trump can implement anti-DEI executive orders for now

The decision from the three-judge panel allows the orders to be enforced as a lawsuit challenging them plays out.

CBS News - 6d

Disturbed Concert’s Pyrotechnics Damage Chicago Bulls’ Championship Banners

Banners from NBA team's Michael Jordan reign suffer "minor damage" during metal band's United Center concert, won't be on display for remainder of season

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Trump signs executive order to dismantle Education Department

President Trump signed an executive order Thursday aimed at dismantling the Department of Education, arguing that shifting money back to the states will improve student test scores. However, fully ...

NBC News - 12h

Trump to sign executive order limiting Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order excluding certain student loan borrowers from the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

CNBC - Mar. 7

Appeals Court Allows Trump Administration’s DEI Crackdown to Proceed, but Judges Debate DEI Merits

Three judges on a Virginia appeals panel agreed to let the Trump administration orders move forward but were sharply divided on the values of diversity, equity and inclusion.

The New York Times - 6d

Trump’s anti-DEI agenda generates wild hypocrisy at US universities

The Trump administration is acting in unprecedented ways — and colleges and universities are suffering the consequences.

The Hill - Mar. 13

Trump tariffs on steel and aluminum come into effect amid US-Canada trade war

European Commission announces countermeasures after sweeping US levies of 25% come into force without any exemptions. Donald Trump’s tariffs on steel and aluminum imports took effect on Wednesday ...

The Guardian - Mar. 12

A Cornell graduate student fearing deportation files a pre-emptive lawsuit.

A doctoral student from Gambia sued the Trump administration on First Amendment grounds over two Trump executive orders aimed at pro-Palestinian activism.

The New York Times - 4d

What student loan borrowers should know as Trump targets Public Service Loan Forgiveness

President Donald Trump signed an executive order that aims to limit eligibility for a popular student loan forgiveness program. Here's what you need to know.

CNBC - Mar. 10

Bulls banners 'Disturbed' during show; need fixes

All six Bulls championship banners were pulled from the rafters after being damaged Saturday night at a concert by Chicago area band Disturbed.

ESPN - 6d

'Hamilton' cancels Kennedy Center run after Trump takeover

'Hamilton' creator Lin-Manuel Miranda said he doesn't want the show to play at what he called the 'Trump Kennedy Center.'

Los Angeles Times - Mar. 5

What could happen to your student loans without the Education Department

President Trump may sign an executive order aimed at dismantling the Education Department. What does it mean for the 40 million Americans with student loans?

CNBC - 16h

US airstrikes on Yemen’s Houthis kill at least 31

Up to 100 injured after Trump orders strikes in response to shipping attacks. The US has launched airstrikes against Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis, killing at least 31 people and injured up to 100 ...

The Guardian - 4d

Los Angeles hardcore band Zulu parts with singer after abuse allegations

"Other members of Zulu have separated ourselves from Anaiah and will no longer be working with or performing with him in any capacity," the band wrote in response.

Los Angeles Times - Mar. 13

Trump forces India’s hand on tariffs

US president’s ultimatum has pushed New Delhi towards a broader realignment on trade

Financial Times - Mar. 11

U.S. Marine Band forced to cancel concert with students of color after Trump DEI order

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