Official clarifies President Trump’s earlier comment, 600,000 visas will be granted over two years. The White House clarified President Donald Trump’s statement earlier in the week regarding the…
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Justice Department Finds GWU Violated Civil Rights Law
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…
Read MoreAttorney General Prepares to Revoke Funding for Schools with DEI Policies
The measures would remove discriminatory guidelines that promote “underrepresented groups” and “safe spaces.” Attorney General Pamela Bondi issued a memo directing agencies in President Donald Trump’s administration to…
Read MoreEducation Department Investigates George Mason University’s Hiring Practices
Education Department reviews alleged use of race-based employment policies under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights…
Read MoreSupreme Court Lift Injunction Against Education Department Layoffs
The legal challenge continues to play out in lower courts. The Supreme Court issued an unsigned decision this past week setting aside a lower court ruling that blocked…
Read MoreFederal Agencies Warn Harvard Could Lose Accreditation Over Civil Rights Violations
Education and Health Departments cite violation of federal antidiscrimination laws, notify the accreditor of Harvard’s alleged noncompliance with Title VI. The U.S. Departments of Education and of Health…
Read MoreJustice Department Sues Minnesota Over Tuition Benefits for Migrant Students
The lawsuit addresses the state law allowing in-state tuition for undocumented immigrants. President Trump’s administration filed a lawsuit against the state of Minnesota last month over its law…
Read MoreHHS Civil Rights Office Investigates Minnesota Over Title IX Violations
Federal officials review the state allowing a male athlete to compete in the girls’ softball championship. The Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office for Civil Rights…
Read MoreEducation Department Finds California Agencies in Violation of Title IX
The civil rights office announced the conclusion of an investigation into the state’s education department and interscholastic federation. The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights released…
Read MoreVerification Measures Launched to Stop Student Aid Fraud
The federal initiative seeks to block identity theft, protect taxpayer dollars, and support legitimate students and institutions. The U.S. Department of Education is launching a nationwide anti-fraud initiative…
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