NYU Langone revises language to comply with Trump policies

Lawyers at NYU Langone Health are advising the medical center to avoid certain terms in its communications. This is in response to executive orders from the Trump administration targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (D.E.I.) programs. The advice includes removing phrases like "diverse students" and "marginalized" from websites and policies. The suggested changes aim to replace these terms with language emphasizing "opportunity" and "equal access." The goal is to navigate the legal challenges posed by the administration's recent policies. An internal PowerPoint presentation highlighted these recommendations. It revealed how NYU Langone's legal team sees these changes as necessary to avoid losing funding or facing investigations. The policies from the Trump administration have raised concerns among various organizations, including hospitals and universities. They fear the impact of potential legal actions. Many feel they are in a precarious position, having to balance compliance with their values.