Jill Tokuda: “In closing, I just have one question to ask: What about us scares you? My grandfather, my father-in-law, and my brother…”

“In closing, I just have one question to ask: What about us scares you? My grandfather, my father-in-law, and my brother all fought and risked their lives for this country. Yet, the sacrifices made by so many who feel marginalized, our communities of color, simply pale in comparison to the hate and fear that drives this obsession with DEI. First and foremost, we just heard that under a strong administration like the Trump administration, you would not have this. However, DEI is not new. In 2020, the Trump administration established a Defense Board and a Defense Advisory Committee on Diversity and Inclusion to increase diversity and ensure equitable opportunity across all ranks. If you want to be more like China, if you want to be more like Russia, keep this up. I don't want to be like them. DEI is necessary. Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from South Carolina (Mr. Norman). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the ayes appeared to have it.”