White House Chief Diversity Officer Michael Leach Steps Down

Leach's Departure Follows His Historic Role in Creating the Most Diverse White House Staff in History

Michael Leach, the first-ever Chief Diversity Officer in the White House, is leaving his position after three years of service.
Leach played a key role in diversifying Biden's 2020 presidential campaign and White House staff, resulting in the most diverse staff in the history of the White House.
Leach's departure comes at a time when diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs are facing backlash across the country, particularly from conservative groups.
Despite the backlash, the Biden administration has emphasized the need to protect diversity and inclusion, with nearly half of the White House staff identifying as racially or ethnically diverse.
Before joining Biden's campaign, Leach spent a decade with the National Football League in various roles, including on the NFL Diversity Council.