Trump Criticizes Zelenskyy; Citigroup Adjusts DEI Policies Amid New Business Climate

Donald Trump has reiterated criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, stating Zelenskyy is not important enough to be at meetings regarding a potential peace agreement between the U.S. and Russia. Trump also stated Russia's Vladimir Putin wants to end the war. Elon Musk has supported Trump's position, accusing Zelenskyy of corruption and cancelling elections because he would lose.

In business news, Citigroup is modifying its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. CEO Jane Fraser announced that Citigroup will no longer require a diverse pool of applicants for job interviews, except where mandated by local law. The bank will also rename its "Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Talent Management" department to "Talent Management and Engagement." This decision follows similar moves by Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase. President Trump has initiated a business climate that encourages a retreat from DEI policies, including revising federal acquisition rules to stop considering DEI in awarding contracts.