Hegseth cancels Black History Month celebrations across armed forces
U.S. military bases around the world have celebrated Black History Month and similar events for decades. Now, Hegseth says "Identity Months" are "Dead at DoD."
Hegseth nixes 'identity month' celebrations at DOD on eve of Black History Month
The memo from new Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth comes amid President Trump's ongoing campaign against diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
Pentagon cancels Black History Month hours before it starts
"Identity Months Dead at DoD,” reads the Jan. 31 Defense Department memo, barring department celebrations of cultural awareness months.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cancels celebrations at DOD. What is Black History Month?
New defense secretary Pete Hegseth has canceled all cultural awareness months in the Department of Defense, including Black History Month.
Black History Month Facts You Probably Didn't Learn in School
As conservatives try to change how history is taught in our schools, here are some Black history facts you should know.
‘It hurt’: Military orders Black History Month events cancelled with new DEI guidance
The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has implemented a new policy that effectively ends the observance of cultural awareness months, a move that has left many in Jacksonville, particularly military personnel and local leaders,
Black History Month: Events to attend throughout February in the Triad
Old Salem Museums & Gardens in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, hosts a Black History Month celebration in February with walking tours, mini-lectures, and themed interpretations. The 2025 celebration will include spot talks on Black craftsmen, foodways, and family legacies.
Why is Black History Month in February? History, theme and how to celebrate in Texas
For those who don't know the history, some may wonder why Black history is recognized in February, the shortest month of the year. Here are the origins of Black History Month, including the history associated with Texas.
Black History Month 2025: Where to celebrate in Erie
February is Black History Month. There are several events taking place around Erie this month celebrating history and more.
Here are 11 Fayetteville-area events to celebrate Black History Month
Here are 11 events to mark Black History Month in Cumberland County. Details: Tour the historic home of Dr. Ezekial Ezra Smith, which was built in 1902 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Federal agencies bar Black History Month and other 'special observances'
A number of federal agencies have banned celebrations related to MLK Jr. Day, Women's History Month and other such ...
Some military institutions are literally speechless in face of Hegseth's DEI order
The Express-News called major commands and service academies to ask what actions they're taking to purge DEI. The response: ...
Defense Agency Pauses Celebrations of Martin Luther King’s Birthday, Women’s History Month and Others
The Pentagon joined the scramble by federal agencies trying to conform to President Trump’s war on diversity programs.
Trump issues Black History Month proclamation starkly different from predecessors, and DOD ends funds for cultural observances
Trump's administration issued the proclamation while announcing the end of cultural observances at the Defense Department and ...
West Point disbands cadet cultural clubs after Trump's anti-DEI order
The memo, dated Tuesday, listed sanctioned clubs that were disbanded, including the Asian-Pacific Forum Club, the Latin ...