This policy brief examines the escalating unemployment crisis among Black women, arguing that recent federal policies and a political climate hostile to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (D.E.I.) initiatives worsen systemic discrimination. The analysis shows how misapplied government efficiency measures and enduring misogynoir create an inequitable environment where Black women are disproportionately laid off and face barriers to job security.

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December 12, 2025