What is DEI and why is it facing pushback?

President Trump signed multiple executive orders revoking several diversity, equity and inclusion mandates, policies and programs within the federal government. He also put federal DEI workers on leave. CBS News confirmed team executive editor Melissa Mahtani explains what it is and why it is getting pushback.

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