Lockheed Martin Revises Diversity and Inclusion Policies

Lockheed Martin announced on Thursday that it is significantly revising its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. This change comes after a review aimed at ensuring compliance with an executive order from the Trump administration.

The company’s decision to terminate its DEI policy was influenced by an internal message to all employees, as reported by Breitbart News. This review aligns with the executive order that seeks to “end illegal discrimination and restore merit-based opportunities.”

In line with this new direction, Lockheed Martin will reportedly close two departments that were part of its former DEI initiatives, emphasizing its commitment to follow the Trump administration’s mandates.

A source connected to Trump remarked that Lockheed’s recent move indicates a broader cultural shift in corporate America, marking a significant victory for those advocating for a return to merit-based systems. There’s been a notable focus on the administration’s push to eliminate DEI and other potentially discriminatory practices across various federal contractors.

In a statement, the company’s executive noted that they are committed to aligning their recruitment and retention strategies with the new executive order, emphasizing core values. Their planned changes include:

• Ensuring that training complies with the president’s executive order
• Eliminating goals and incentives tied to demographic representation
• Maintaining a commitment to equal employment opportunities and anti-discrimination
• Discontinuing employee resource groups based on demographics
• Coordinating funding for external groups in line with company missions

The executive highlighted that the company prides itself on having a strong workforce and aims to contribute to the nation’s security through robust innovation. There seems to be a call from some circles for businesses to follow suit and abandon what they term “controversial” DEI policies.

One such voice within Trump’s circle expressed desire for more companies to reject these practices, asserting that companies interested in government contracts should embrace true meritocracy.