"The proposed pledge warns that race-based scholarships, hiring preferences, diversity statements and more may constitute illegal discrimination, in the government's opinion."
"One public comment-signed by the American Association of University Professors, the free expression group PEN America and many others-said it would require universities to 'audit every activity and practice throughout their institution'."
"Jon Fansmith, senior vice president for government relations at the American Council on Education, told Inside Higher Ed the administration knows its proposal goes well beyond the law."
"What they're asking you to certify is that you are in compliance with their interpretation of a law, not with the law itself."
The Trump administration's new proposal requires colleges to pledge compliance with executive orders against discrimination based on race to receive federal funds. This includes warnings against race-based scholarships and hiring preferences. Critics argue the requirements could infringe on free speech and academic freedom, creating a culture of surveillance on campuses. The American Council on Education's Jon Fansmith noted that the administration's approach aims to intimidate institutions into compliance, despite potential legal challenges to the proposal.
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