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US federal websites stay up after confusion over plan to remove diversity information


Published on 2025-02-01 16:00:46 - Reuters
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  • U.S. government websites were online and accessible on Friday, and the Office of Personnel Management said media reports that the sites would be taken offline were based on misinterpretation of a memo.

The article from Reuters, published on January 31, 2025, reports that the Trump administration plans to take down most U.S. government websites by 5 p.m. on the same day, according to CBS News. This decision follows the end of Trump's term, with the administration citing reasons such as cost-saving measures and the transition to a new administration. The move has sparked concerns over transparency and access to public information, with critics arguing that it could hinder the incoming administration's ability to communicate effectively with the public. The websites affected include those of various federal agencies, potentially disrupting services and information dissemination. However, essential services like Social Security and Medicare are expected to remain operational through alternative means.

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