Former DOL Officials Urge Federal Contractors to Continue Lawful Diversity Practices Despite Trump Administration’s Efforts to End DEI
On April 15, 2025, a group of former U.S. Department of Labor officials issued an “open letter” urging federal contractors to continue voluntary diversity practices , including conducting self-assessments, despite the Trump administration’s attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and the revocation of Executive Order (EO)11246, which mandated federal contractors’ affirmative action and non-discrimination obligations. Quick Hits A group of former U.S. Department of Labor officials is urging federal contractors to maintain their voluntary diversity practices despite the Trump administration’s revocation of Executive Orders supporting affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts. The officials assert that continued diversity, equity, and inclusion programs are essential for compliance with federal laws and for promoting equal opportunity in the workplace. The open letter, signed by ten former DOL officials, argued President Donald Trump lacks authority to end vol...