The phrase “complete bloodbath” was used by Stacey Young, a former senior attorney in the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Civil Rights Division, to describe the extensive changes implemented by the Trump administration. These changes involved a significant overhaul of the division’s leadership and priorities, leading to the departure of many experienced career managers. NewsmaxElection Law Blog+1Yahoo+1
Under the Trump administration, the Civil Rights Division underwent a substantial transformation. A majority of its career managers were reportedly forced out, and the division’s longstanding mission of enforcing laws against discrimination in areas such as employment, housing, and voting rights was significantly altered. Election Law Blog
These actions were part of a broader initiative to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs across the federal government. Executive Order 14151, signed by President Trump, led to the rescission of DEI-related executive orders, the dissolution of DEI offices, and the termination of associated employees. The order also initiated a multi-phase process to identify and remove federal employees connected to DEI initiatives, even if their involvement was indirect. Wikipedia+1AP News+1
The impact of these changes extended beyond the DOJ. For instance, the Trump administration nullified a landmark civil rights settlement in Lowndes County, Alabama, which aimed to address severe sewage pollution in predominantly Black, low-income areas. The DOJ labeled the agreement as an illegal DEI initiative, aligning with the administration’s broader efforts to dismantle DEI programs. The Guardian
These developments have sparked significant concern among civil rights advocates and former DOJ officials, who argue that the administration’s actions have undermined decades of progress in civil rights enforcement.
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