Target became the latest company to scale back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, citing an evolving external landscape and “many years of data.” The company will end its racial hiring targets, discontinue its Racial Equity Action and Change program, and stop participating in external diversity surveys. This move follows a broader trend where companies like Walmart, McDonald's, and Meta have reduced or eliminated DEI commitments due to political and legal pressure. Former President Trump has also intensified the push against DEI, issuing an executive order to remove such programs from the federal government. Despite this, some companies like Costco, Delta, and Apple continue to uphold their DEI efforts, emphasizing the business value of diversity. Continue here.
