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PBS closes DEI office, announces diversity officers are leaving in response to Trump executive orders

PBS has closed its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion office and announced the departure of its diversity officers in response to President Donald Trump's executive orders targeting DEI programs.
PBS confirmed the closure in a statement, stating, "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."
PBS President and CEO Paula Kerger informed colleagues that legal counsel advised them to follow Trump's orders, resulting in the office's shutdown.
Kerger expressed that PBS will continue to support its mission and values, stating, "PBS will continue to reflect all of America and remain a welcoming place for everyone.

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