Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta is canceling its diversity plans, joining corporate America in canceling initiatives criticized by conservatives, citing legal and political risks.

Just days ago, the tech giant, which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, said it would end a fact-checking program criticized by President-elect Donald Trump and Republicans and promote conservatives to key leadership positions.

The company cited the “changing legal and policy environment” in a memo to employees about the decision, which affects hiring, supplier and training efforts.

Since Donald Trump won re-election, companies like Walmart and McDonald’s have made similar decisions in their diversity efforts.

In a memo to employees, First reported by Axios And confirmed by the BBC, Meta cited the Supreme Court ruling while also noting that the word “DEI” had become “allegation.”

The company said it will continue to look for diverse employees but will end its current practice of selecting from diverse candidates.

Major banks and investment groups including Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase and BlackRock have also withdrawn from organizations focused on climate change risks.

These moves accelerate a retreat that began two years ago as Republicans step up attacks on companies including BlackRock, Disneyaccusing them of “awakening” progressive radicalism and threatening political punishment.

Big brands like Bud Light and Target have also faced backlash and boycotts over their efforts to attract LGBTQ customers.

Many of the diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, known as DEI, were implemented in the wake of the Black Lives Matter protests that erupted in 2020 following the murder of George Floyd at the hands of police.

Recent court decisions have intensified criticism of the programs, which they say are discriminatory.

Supreme Court 2023 Eliminate the right of private universities to consider race in admissions decisions.

Another appeals court ruled to invalidate a Nasdaq policy that requires companies listed on the stock exchange to have at least one woman, minority or LGBTQ person on their boards, or to explain why they don’t.

The company said it would also end its work with “diverse” suppliers and instead focus on small and mid-sized companies.

It also plans to stop offering “equity and inclusion” training and instead offer programs to “reduce bias for everyone, no matter your background.”

Mehta declined to comment on the memo, news of which was met with immediate criticism and celebration.

“I’m sitting back and enjoying every second of it,” said conservative activist Robby Starbuck, who is known for his successful campaign against the policies at companies including Ford, John Deere and Harley-Davidson was praised for its activities.