Pentagon Removes Enola Gay References in DEI Content Purge

The U.S. Department of Defense is conducting a significant purge of content related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), flagging over 26,000 images and posts for deletion, including references to the historic Enola Gay aircraft, Medal of Honor recipients, and notable women in military service. This action follows an order from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth aimed at removing DEI content, which has led to confusion about what qualifies for deletion. Many of the flagged items, including images of the Tuskegee Airmen and female Marines, are seen as essential historical references that reflect the contributions of women and minorities in the military. Critics argue that the purge reflects a broader trend of intolerance and a narrow interpretation of DEI, with some flagged items removed merely for containing the word