A federal judge recently blocked AmeriCorps from enforcing grant restrictions linked to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, providing a legal setback for the Trump administration. This preliminary injunction prevents federal funding cuts to San Francisco schools and organizations, stemming from an executive order aimed at dismantling DEI initiatives. The restrictions mandated grantees to certify anti-DEI alignment, conflicting with the National and Community Service Act's requirement for diverse participation. The case, filed by San Francisco and Santa Fe, highlights a broader resistance against politically motivated restrictions on inclusion efforts.
The U.S. District Judge Edward M. Chen issued a preliminary injunction blocking Trump's AmeriCorps grant restrictions, marking a setback for efforts against DEI programs.
The restrictions enforced by AmeriCorps compelled grantees to certify non-promotion of DEI activities, conflicting with the National and Community Service Act of 1990.
The San Francisco Unified School District and the city of Santa Fe argued in a lawsuit that the DEI restrictions were vague and politically motivated.
Judge Chen's ruling could influence the enforcement of similar restrictions across other federal grant programs, shaping the future of DEI initiatives nationwide.
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