Morning Wire Vance Calls Out Europe & DEI’s Collegiate Demise | 2.17.25
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Feb 17, 2025 The Vice President calls out European leaders for neglecting Western values during a visit to Germany, igniting debates about free speech and censorship. Meanwhile, colleges grapple with the fallout from Trump's push to eliminate DEI programs. The podcast also highlights significant reductions in the federal workforce, with thousands facing layoffs as the government shifts policies. Additionally, leaked plans propose further cuts targeting diversity initiatives, stirring controversy and sparking political discussions.
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Vance's Munich Speech
- VP Vance's speech at the Munich Security Conference criticized European leaders for abandoning Western values.
- He compared their censorship tactics to Soviet-era tyrants.
University DEI Resistance
- Some universities comply with Trump's DEI ban, closing DEI offices and programs.
- Others resist, claiming the order is illegal and their values are not wrong.
Federal Government Downsizing
- The Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk, aims to trim the federal government.
- Tens of thousands of federal workers have left through buyouts or layoffs.