To eliminate all diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) content from military platforms, the Pentagon has reportedly marked several images for removal simply because they contain the word &ldquo;gay,&rdquo; regardless of context.
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One such image, as reported by the Associated Press, is a historic photograph of the Enola Gay, the B-29 bomber that dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima in August 1945. The image features pilot Col. Paul Tibbets Jr. standing in front of the aircraft, which was named after his mother, Enola Gay Tibbets.
Another flagged image is a headshot of Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. A.C. Gay. Additionally, photos of Army Corps of Engineers workers, including one individual with the surname Gay, have also been marked for possible deletion.
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According to the AP, a total of 26,000 images have been flagged so far, though an official stated that the number could rise to 100,000 once social media posts and other websites are taken into account. The official also noted that it is unclear whether the database of flagged images is final.
Much of the material subject to removal under Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth&rsquo;s directive includes content celebrating military contributions from women and minority groups. 
Hegseth had given the military until Wednesday to erase content related to diversity initiatives, following President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/donald-trump" rel="dofollow">Donald Trump&rsquo;s</a> executive order terminating such programmes across the federal government.
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The Pentagon&rsquo;s broad approach mirrors a recent incident involving the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). In an attempt to eliminate DEI-related references from its manuals, the Trump administration also inadvertently removed unrelated terms, such as references to the &ldquo;inclusion&rdquo; of a taxpayer&rsquo;s identification number on a form.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: One such image, as reported by the Associated Press, is a historic photograph of the Enola Gay, the B-29 bomber that dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima in August 1945.

To eliminate all diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) content from military platforms, the Pentagon has reportedly marked several images for removal simply because they contain the word “gay,” regardless of context. Also read: Black Hawk pilot, ATC missteps, Obama, or DEI hiring: Who's really to blame for the Washington DC plane crash? One such image, as reported by the Associated Press, is a historic photograph of the Enola Gay, the B-29 bomber that dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima in August 1945. The image features pilot Col. Paul Tibbets Jr. standing in front of the aircraft, which was named after his mother, Enola Gay Tibbets. Another flagged image is a headshot of Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. A.C. Gay. Additionally, photos of Army Corps of Engineers workers, including one individual with the surname Gay, have also been marked for possible deletion. Also read: Pentagon releases annual report on China's military developments showing disturbing rise in nukes According to the AP, a total of 26,000 images have been flagged so far, though an official stated that the number could rise to 100,000 once social media posts and other websites are taken into account. The official also noted that it is unclear whether the database of flagged images is final. Much of the material subject to removal under Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth’s directive includes content celebrating military contributions from women and minority groups. Hegseth had given the military until Wednesday to erase content related to diversity initiatives, following President Donald Trump’s executive order terminating such programmes across the federal government. Also read: 'Get to table right now': Trump warns of sanctions, tariffs on Russia 'until ceasefire is reached' with Ukraine The Pentagon’s broad approach mirrors a recent incident involving the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). In an attempt to eliminate DEI-related references from its manuals, the Trump administration also inadvertently removed unrelated terms, such as references to the “inclusion” of a taxpayer’s identification number on a form. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump-era DEI ban triggers Pentagon to delete historic WWII photo of 'gay' plane: Here’s why

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday (Mar&nbsp;20) signed into law a bill that effectively bans Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes across public schools, universities, and state agencies, in the latest move of Republican-led laws aimed at restricting diversity efforts across the United States.

<h2>What is Law SB129 and its focus on 'divisive concepts'?</h2>

The law, officially named SB129, imposes strict limitations on what it deems as eight "divisive concepts," including "fault, blame, or bias" to any race, religion, gender, or colour.&nbsp;

It also prohibits discussions questioning whether "slavery and racism are aligned with the founding principles of the United States."&nbsp;

The law also grants authority to state agencies to discipline or terminate employees or contractors who violate its provisions.

Furthermore, SB129 mandates higher education institutions to designate bathrooms based on "biological sex", effectively preventing transgender individuals from using public facilities aligning with their gender identity.

In a statement, Governor Ivey said her administration "will continue to value Alabama’s rich diversity", but added that she is duty-bound to stop “bad actors on college campuses … to push their liberal political movement counter to what the majority of Alabamians believe".

<h2>Critics call Law SB129 divisive</h2>

The bill faced strong opposition from Democrats, civil rights advocates, and student groups who argued that it constituted an infringement on free speech and diversity efforts.

Organisations like Pen America drew parallels between SB129 and Florida's Stop Woke Act.&nbsp;

They warned that the law could create a campus environment devoid of intellectual freedom.

Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin has already said that he would advise Black athletes to consider attending institutions outside of Alabama.&nbsp;

"Why would you make it illegal for institutions of higher learning to promote diversity and inclusion among its faculty and staff? Why would you block fair representation and opportunities for all people?" he wrote in a Facebook post last month.

The American Civil Liberties Union of Alabama labelled SB129 as a measure intended to stifle discourse on race, class, sexuality, and national origin.&nbsp;

It argued that the law not only amounts to classroom censorship but also undermines education on systemic inequities and historic struggles for civil rights.

(With inputs from agencies)

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday (Mar 20) signed into law a bill that effectively bans Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes across public schools, universities, and state agencies, in the latest move of Republican-led laws aimed at restricting diversity efforts across the United States.

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday (Mar 20) signed into law a bill that effectively bans Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes across public schools, universities, and state agencies, in the latest move of Republican-led laws aimed at restricting diversity efforts across the United States. What is Law SB129 and its focus on 'divisive concepts'? The law, officially named SB129, imposes strict limitations on what it deems as eight "divisive concepts," including "fault, blame, or bias" to any race, religion, gender, or colour. It also prohibits discussions questioning whether "slavery and racism are aligned with the founding principles of the United States." The law also grants authority to state agencies to discipline or terminate employees or contractors who violate its provisions. Furthermore, SB129 mandates higher education institutions to designate bathrooms based on "biological sex", effectively preventing transgender individuals from using public facilities aligning with their gender identity. In a statement, Governor Ivey said her administration "will continue to value Alabama’s rich diversity", but added that she is duty-bound to stop “bad actors on college campuses … to push their liberal political movement counter to what the majority of Alabamians believe". Critics call Law SB129 divisive The bill faced strong opposition from Democrats, civil rights advocates, and student groups who argued that it constituted an infringement on free speech and diversity efforts. Organisations like Pen America drew parallels between SB129 and Florida's Stop Woke Act. They warned that the law could create a campus environment devoid of intellectual freedom. Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin has already said that he would advise Black athletes to consider attending institutions outside of Alabama. "Why would you make it illegal for institutions of higher learning to promote diversity and inclusion among its faculty and staff? Why would you block fair representation and opportunities for all people?" he wrote in a Facebook post last month. The American Civil Liberties Union of Alabama labelled SB129 as a measure intended to stifle discourse on race, class, sexuality, and national origin. It argued that the law not only amounts to classroom censorship but also undermines education on systemic inequities and historic struggles for civil rights. (With inputs from agencies)

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Trump-era DEI ban triggers Pentagon to delete historic WWII photo of 'gay' plane: Here’s why

Alabama law scraps inclusion efforts in schools; to designate bathrooms based on biological sex