Black History Month, DEI and Trump

Amid Trump’s Anti-Diversity Effort, Black History Month Takes On New Meaning
Feb. 1 marks the first day of Black History Month, and suddenly the study of the Black experience may feel like an act of defiance.
Black History Month Starts Amid Trump DEI Crackdown. What Lawmakers Say
Democratic lawmakers marked the beginning of Black History Month this February 1st with tributes to Black American achievements, while some also criticized President Donald Trump's recent opposition to DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) initiatives. Newsweek reached out to the White House via email for comment on Saturday.
Maryland leaders publicly support Black History Month despite Trump’s DEI attacks
Maryland political leaders stepped up their support Saturday for Black History Month in the midst of an onslaught of attacks on diversity initiatives by President Donald Trump. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore,
Trump White House marks Black History Month while Defense Department declares ‘identity months dead’
The Trump White House has issued a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month around the same time the Defense Department issued guidance declaring “identity months dead.”
White House: Trump to celebrate Black History Month despite crackdown on DEI
President Donald Trump will sign a proclamation on Saturday recognizing February as Black History Month, despite his efforts to whittle Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives out of the federal government.
Federal agencies bar Black History Month and other 'special observances'
A number of federal agencies have banned celebrations related to MLK Jr. Day, Women's History Month and other such observances to comply with Trump's executive orders.
Hegseth axes Pentagon ‘identity months’ the same day Trump calls for Black History Month observance
The Defense Department will no longer use “official resources, including man-hours” to celebrate “cultural awareness months.”
Trump White House marks Black History Month
Gerald Ford in 1976 became the first president to issue a message recognizing February as Black History Month. Since then, presidents have made annual proclamations marking the month as a celebration of Black history, culture and education.
Trump issues Black History Month proclamation while administration goes after DEI
President Donald Trump's administration issued a proclamation recognizing Black History Month and announced the end of cultural observances at the Defense Department
Pentagon agency bans Black History Month in compliance with Trump’s anti-DEI push
The Defense Intelligence Agency also ordered the suspension of events marking LGBTQ Pride Month, Juneteenth and Holocaust Remembrance Day.
What to know about Black History Month
Black History Month, a celebration of Black history, culture and education, kicks off on Feb. 1. Founded nearly a century ago, without any proclamation from the government, celebrations won't be affected by the Trump administration's efforts to curb DEI initiatives.
Trump Honors Black History Month With Tribute To ‘Black American Patriots,’ Including Tiger Woods, Amid Controversial DEI Ban
Donald Trump's statement celebrating Black History Month comes after he made the decision to ban DEI practices in the federal workforce.
Defense agency erases recognition of Pride, Black History Month & other commemorations, leaked memo shows
The Trump administration has removed federal recognition of Pride Month, Black History Month, Holocaust Remembrance Day, and ...
Defense Agency Pauses Celebrations of Martin Luther King’s Birthday, Women’s History Month and Others
The Pentagon joined the scramble by federal agencies trying to conform to President Trump’s war on diversity programs.