The PBS office solely dedicated to embracing the disputed ethos of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) – and its associated diversity officers – is no more.
The closure is in direct response to President Donald Trump executive orders signed last week targeting wasteful DEI programs across a host of government sectors.
In a confirmation statement sent to Fox News Digital, PBS confirmed the move Monday.
In order to best ensure we are in compliance with the President’s executive order around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion we have closed our DEI office. The staff members who served in that office are leaving PBS.
We will continue to adhere to our mission and values. PBS will continue to reflect all of America and remain a welcoming place for everyone.
PBS President and CEO Paula Kerger sent out a memo earlier in the day, according to the New York Times, informing her…
