Air Force cites DEI ban in cancellation of wreath-laying honoring women vets
By: Hope Hodge Seck | Published: 2026-06-11 16:38:44 | Source: www.militarytimes.com
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A 28th annual wreath-laying ceremony honoring women troops at a memorial outside Arlington National Cemetery was canceled earlier this month after organizers got word that multiple military services would not participate, with one citing Pentagon and White House guidance prohibiting “events related to cultural awareness months” and DEI programs.
The cancellation, first reported by Task and…

