Trump’s Second Term: A Turning Point or a Return to the Past?

Trump wasted no time in making his stance on what he calls the "woke agenda" unequivocally clear. His administration has already begun dismantling federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, prioritising a merit-based approach in hiring and government contracts. "Whether you're a doctor, an accountant, or an air traffic controller, you should be hired based on your skill and competence, not race or gender," he declared, signalling a direct challenge to affirmative action policies.