Trump Administration Expands Anti-DEI Policies to French Companies

French businesses face pressure to comply with U.S. mandates or risk losing access to federal contracts, prompting backlash from the French government.

The Trump administration has sent letters to French companies requiring compliance with U.S. anti-DEI policies under Executive Order 14.173.
The letters, distributed via the U.S. Embassy in Paris, demand certification of the elimination of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs within five days.
Non-compliance could result in exclusion from bidding on U.S. federal contracts, raising concerns about economic repercussions for French firms in key sectors like telecommunications, energy, and luxury goods.
The French Ministry of Economy criticized the policy, stating that such values are incompatible with those of France, highlighting a clash over sovereignty and governance.
This move reflects a broader ideological shift under the Trump administration, with similar policies already implemented in U.S. institutions like NASA and the Smithsonian Institution.

Le Journal du Dimanche

Sud Ouest