Governor Braun report cites hundreds of axed DEI references in state policies. “Hundreds of initiatives, trainings or grant programs that Gov. Mike Braun's administration has found to adhere to "Diversity, Equity and Inclusion" principles have been eliminated from state government, according to a 135-page report unveiled July 9. From internal newsletters to some professional development opportunities, the purging of DEI policies stems from an executive order Braun signed during his first week on the job, echoing one at the federal level by President Donald Trump. His order banned any state spending on programs that grant or endorse "preferential treatment" based on characteristics like race, and required every state agency to identify and eliminate all DEI-related positions, activities or procedures that previously existed.” (Indianapolis Star, 07/09/25)

Gov. Braun releases report detailing progress on DEI removal initiatives. “Indiana Gov. Mike Braun has released a report related to his administration’s efforts to remove DEI “political ideology” from the state government. … ‘Indiana has replaced the divisive, politically-charged DEI ideology with Merit, Excellence, and Innovation: a level playing field where every single Hoosier has the chance to get ahead with hard work,’ Braun said.” (Fox 59, 07/09/25)

Gov. Braun details progress on DEI initiative. “The executive order directed executive state agencies to scrutinize their DEI policies to make sure they are compliant with the Supreme Court’s big ruling on race-based admissions from the Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard case. Agencies also have to report back on how they’ve changed or eliminated programs to meet these new requirements.” (WIBC, 07/09/25)

Indiana Gov. Braun exposes over 350 instances of DEI in state programs. “Indiana is forging ahead in its efforts to dump diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in state government. Indiana Gov. Mike Braun, after signing a January executive order banning DEI programs from state

agencies, released a report on Wednesday with a list of over 350 instances of DEI policies, programs, and hiring procedures that the state will eliminate.” (The Daily Signal, 07/09/25)