On March 14, 2025, a federal appeals court ruled that the Trump administration can implement the president’s executive orders (EOs) restricting diversity, equity and inclusion programs. The decision allows the orders to take effect while the lawsuit challenging them proceeds, blocking the enforcement of a nationwide injunction issued by U.S. District Judge Adam Abelson.
What we know:
- Trump signed two EOs, “Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing” and “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity,” on his first day in office, January 20, 2025
- On February 21, 2025, a federal court in Baltimore, Md., issued nationwide injunction against the two EOs.
- On March 14, 2025, a federal appeals court consisting of a three-judge panel ruled that the Trump administration can implement the president’s executive orders (EOs) that restrict diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
LMU leaders continue to review recent executive and federal orders and the judicial landscape to assess their impact and advocate for policies that align with our mission.