What happens when history that honors our heroes gets erased? That’s exactly what went down in the U.S. Air Force after President Donald Trump signed an executive order banning diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
The fallout: training materials featuring the Tuskegee Airmen, our trailblazing Black military pilots who shattered barriers during World War II, were abruptly pulled from classrooms.
These weren’t just any lessons, these stories are about the bravery and sacrifice of the men who paved the way for the desegregation of the military. The Tuskegee Airmen flew over 1,500 missions.
Despite facing segregation and racism, the Airmen maintained an impressive record, losing fewer than 30 bombers under their protection—significantly fewer than any other escort group.
The Air Force claims it’s reviewing the content to comply with the order, promising it will be reinstated soon. However, for many in the Black community, the move raises concerns about whether Black history is being deprioritized.
Click play to listen to the report from AURN White House Correspondent Ebony McMorris. For more news, follow @E_N_McMorris & @aurnonline.
