GOP Rep. Murphy demands cuts to DEI funding for medical schools

In a recent appearance on Fox Business Network's 'Mornings with Maria,' Republican Representative Greg Murphy from North Carolina criticized the inclusion of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies in medical education. He expressed his concern that taxpayer dollars are being used to fund what he considers political ideology rather than objective scientific training for future doctors. With a strong emphasis on the need for merit and excellence in the medical field, Murphy warned that if medical schools continue to prioritize DEI over traditional medical training, they risk losing government funding and potentially face closure. He unequivocally stated that the promotion of social justice values in medical training diverts attention from the primary goal of preparing competent healthcare professionals. Moreover, he indicated that this is not merely a political stance but a call for a 'day of reckoning' regarding how taxpayer money is spent in areas that promote political narratives. Murphy argued that this trend violates the intrinsic values of science, suggesting that methodologies and practices should not be influenced by politics. He believes that a significant restructuring of how medical schools operate is necessary to return to an education system that prizes medical excellence over political correctness.