During an interview with CBS News on Wednesday, Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) defended DEI programs in the federal government and universities by arguing that “you always wanted a diverse portfolio. You always want diversity when it comes to our energy, as someone who had to deal with the winter storm in Texas. So, why is it that diversity, somehow, is now the boogeyman and is bad when it comes to our workforce?”
CBS News Chief Washington Correspondent Major Garrett asked, “Congresswoman, as you well know, the Trump administration has ordered, throughout the federal government, restrictions or a complete banning of anything dealing with diversity, equity, and inclusion. It’s also using the power of the federal government with major universities and funding on things related to diversity,
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