Pentagon Restores Jackie Robinson Webpage After DEI Directive Error

The Department of Defense reinstated the page honoring Robinson's military service, citing a rushed process in its compliance with Trump's anti-DEI executive order.

A Department of Defense webpage highlighting Jackie Robinson's military service was temporarily removed during a purge of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) content mandated by a Trump administration directive.
The Pentagon attributed the removal to operational errors caused by a rushed timeline and automated tools used to flag DEI-related material for deletion.
Public backlash, including criticism from civil rights advocates, prompted the Pentagon to restore the page under its original URL and acknowledge the mistake.
The restored webpage, part of the 'Sports Heroes Who Served' series, details Robinson's World War II service, including his court-martial and acquittal for refusing to comply with segregation on a military bus.
The Pentagon defended its broader anti-DEI efforts, emphasizing a focus on patriotism and service while denying intent to erase the contributions of minority figures.