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On January 30, 2025, Sean Duffy, the newly appointed head of the United States Department of Transportation (DOT), signed several memorandums aimed at reversing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. This move aligns with former President Donald Trump's agenda to roll back regulations deemed burdensome and costly.
The DOT stated that these actions are intended to "rescind harmful policies enacted under the Biden-Harris Administration" and focus on safety, efficiency, economic prosperity, and regulatory reform. Duffy emphasized that these steps mark a return to governance based on common sense and merit. He noted that the DOT is working to eliminate excessive regulations that have hindered economic growth and increased expenses for Americans.
"The American people deserve an efficient, safe, and pro-growth transportation system based on sound decision-making, not political ideologies," said Duffy. "These actions will help us deliver on that promise."
