MLB Alters Diversity References Amid Federal Pressure

Major League Baseball (MLB) has removed references to 'diversity' from its careers website in response to an executive order by President Donald Trump, which seeks stricter enforcement of civil rights laws that could penalize organizations for using race- or identity-based criteria. Commissioner Rob Manfred affirmed that MLB's values on diversity remain unchanged, but the league is ensuring compliance with federal law. The move follows a complaint by America First Legal, a group led by Trump advisor Stephen Miller, alleging racial discrimination in MLB's diversity programs. The Diversity Pipeline Program, which aimed to increase minority representation in MLB operations, has seen significant changes, with its application link removed from the website. This development coincides with broader scrutiny of DEI initiatives across the country under the current administration.