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European Governments Condemn U.S. Push to Enforce Anti-DEI Policies on Contractors

The Trump administration's letters demanding compliance with a DEI ban have escalated diplomatic tensions, with France, Belgium, and Spain calling the move an overreach into their domestic policies.

LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 30: The flag of the USA flies at half mast outside the country's embassy following the death of former president Jimmy Carter, on December 30, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Carl Court/Getty Images)
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Map showing which European countries have defied Trump's DEI order.

Overview

  • U.S. embassies have sent letters to European contractors requiring certification of compliance with President Trump's executive order banning DEI initiatives.
  • France's equality and trade ministers have criticized the letters as interference, asserting that French laws and values take precedence over U.S. demands.
  • Belgium is investigating the legal implications of the letters, citing potential violations of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.
  • Some European companies have adjusted their DEI policies to maintain U.S. contracts, while others have refused to comply, underscoring a divide in corporate responses.
  • The European Commission is evaluating the broader implications of the U.S. directive, as transatlantic tensions over sovereignty and inclusion policies continue to grow.