Republicans Introduce ‘Dismantle DEI Act’ to Bolster Trump Agenda

The bill from Rep. Michael Cloud (R-Texas) and Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) builds on 2024 legislation from Cloud and then-Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio). WASHINGTON—Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) and Rep. Michael Cloud (R-Texas) have introduced legislation to complement the Trump administration’s push against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices in the federal government, building on a