FBI Closes Diversity Office Ahead of Trump’s Inauguration

The closure follows Republican criticism of DEI initiatives and Trump’s pledge to dismantle such programs nationwide.

The FBI confirmed it closed its Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) in December 2024 but did not provide a specific reason for the decision.
President-elect Donald Trump demanded that all records related to the office be preserved, suggesting potential corruption behind the timing of the closure.
Republican lawmakers, including Senator Marsha Blackburn, have criticized the FBI’s DEI efforts, claiming they compromised national security and prioritized diversity over competence.
The closure aligns with broader rollbacks of DEI initiatives across corporations and institutions following Trump’s election victory and his anti-DEI stance.
Trump has nominated Kash Patel as the next FBI director, with plans to reform the agency, pending Senate confirmation.