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- Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly blaming former Meta exec Sheryl Sandberg for a company inclusivity initiative (newsbreak.com)
Meta’s DEI Shift Blamed on Ex-COO
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly blaming former COO Sheryl Sandberg for the company’s previous diversity and inclusion (DEI) policies. Zuckerberg allegedly told Trump advisor Stephen Miller that he would support Trump’s agenda, including efforts to roll back DEI initiatives.
DEI Rollback at Meta
In line with a broader trend in the US, Meta has announced the end of its major DEI programs. The company cited a changing “legal and policy landscape” as the reason for the move. Meta is also overhauling its content moderation policies, claiming to prioritize “free expression.”
Trump Alignment
Zuckerberg’s actions appear aimed at mending ties with former President Donald Trump, who is expected to restore his previous executive order banning diversity training. Meta has also replaced its president of global affairs with a Republican and added a Trump ally to its board.
Backlash over Content Moderation
Meta’s recent content moderation changes have drawn criticism, with CTO Andrew Bosworth acknowledging that the company’s approach has been clumsy. Meta is reportedly planning to make corrections in response to employee feedback.