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Being told to rat out DEI initiatives...

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Being told to rat out DEI initiatives...
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  • The way this is worded...

    I dont think this is to go after minorities. It will have that effect, at least for minorities who received a promotion or position change within the last 4 months, but that isn't the goal here.

    This is to lay the groundwork to fire a very specific person. Somebody the president likely doesn't have the ability to unilaterally fire himself, but somebody he can throw under the bus and perhaps have a show trial thrown their way, which would begin the process to remove that person.

    Question: who has the ability to block necessary parts of the administration's coming goals, can't directly be fired by the president, and has oversight over the employment contracts of federal employees?

    • He can't remove Independent Agency Heads.

      I asked GPT for ideas:

      Under categories 2 (Independent Agency Heads) and 3 (Officials Protected by Statutory Removal Limitations), several roles and agencies are relevant to diversity initiatives. These roles often focus on enforcing civil rights laws, promoting equal opportunity, or addressing disparities across sectors. Examples include:

      Independent Agency Heads (Category 2):

      1. Chair of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC):

      The EEOC enforces federal laws prohibiting workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

      While appointed by the President, EEOC commissioners and the chair have protections against arbitrary removal.

      1. Chair of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights:

      This commission advises the government on civil rights issues, including racial and ethnic discrimination and equal access to education, housing, and voting rights.

      1. Heads of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB):

      The CFPB enforces laws that ensure fair treatment in financial products and services, which often address disparities in lending and credit access affecting minority communities.

      1. National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Members:

      The NLRB safeguards employees' rights to organize and prevents unfair labor practices, often intersecting with diversity and inclusion issues in the workplace.

      Officials Protected by Statutory Removal Limitations (Category 3):

      1. Inspector Generals (IGs):

      IGs oversee government agencies to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse. In diversity-related agencies, such as the Department of Education or the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), IGs ensure compliance with anti-discrimination mandates.

      1. Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) Director:

      The OFCCP, part of the Department of Labor, ensures federal contractors comply with affirmative action and equal employment opportunity laws.

      1. Commissioners of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC):

      The FCC regulates media and communications industries, including initiatives to ensure diverse representation and prevent discriminatory practices in broadcasting.

      Key Notes:

      While these officials may focus on diversity initiatives, their roles often come with removal protections to ensure their independence and ability to enforce laws without undue political influence. However, "for cause" removals, such as gross negligence or misconduct, are usually permissible.

      Any ideas, chat?

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