The Department of Education warned academic institutions that they might lose federal funding if they do not eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies within 14 days. This follows a broad interpretation of a Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action. The acting assistant secretary for civil rights emphasized that racial discrimination, even under the guise of promoting diversity, is illegal. The directive applies to all educational institutions and dictates a strict adherence to color-blind policies in admissions and other student-related decisions.
The directive applies to educational institutions from preschool to college, as well as state education agencies that receive financial assistance.
The law is clear: treating students differently on the basis of race to achieve nebulous goals such as diversity, racial balancing, social justice or equity is illegal under controlling Supreme Court precedent.
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