Federal investigation cites university’s failure to address antisemitic harassment and discrimination. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has determined that George Washington University (GWU) violated federal civil rights…
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Justice Department Asks Supreme Court to Lift Deportation Block
A lower court order stops ICE from making arrests using “roving“ immigration raids. The Department of Justice (DOJ) filed an emergency request with the Supreme Court, asking for…
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DOJ Investigates UC System Over Alleged Discriminatory Hiring Practices
Federal probe launched into potential race- and sex-based employment policies across University of California campuses. The Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division has opened an investigation into the…
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FCC Requests Dismissal of Legal Challenge Over Workforce Data Collection
Broadcaster groups claim that the reinstatement of Form 395-B infringes on constitutional rights. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has requested a dismissal of a legal challenge to the…
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President to Designate National Monument in Springfield, IL
The designated area was the scene where the 1908 Springfield Race Riot began. President Joe Biden will designate a historic local jail building in Springfield, Illinois, as a…
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Supreme Court Declines Admissions Diversity Case in Virginia
Lower court decision stands, allowing a high school to continue the practice. The Supreme Court refused to take up a case that would have restricted a Virginia high…
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FBI Director Warns of Terror Threats to U.S.
He urges the public and law enforcement to be vigilant. Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Christopher Wray issued a warning Sunday about the increase of violent extremism, both…
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HUD Partners with National Association of Real Estate Brokers
The collaboration is intended to address racism in the home appraisal industry. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced its partnership with the National Association of…
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Treasury Secretary Speaks Before Racial Equity Advisory Committee
Requests input on the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen spoke with the Treasury Advisory Committee on Racial Equity recently, requesting guidance on how…
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Racial Discrimination Resource Released by Federal Agencies
Departments of Justice and Education issue recommendations from 14 school district investigations. The Departments of Justice and Education jointly released a document to help school districts effectively administer…
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