Texas Representative Brian Harrison has requested an investigation by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services into Texas A&M University for alleged discriminatory recruitment practices. He emphasizes that government entities should prioritize merit-based treatment. Harrison referenced a letter from Texas A&M president Mark Welsh who admitted to DEI courses and targeted recruiting. Welsh criticized Harrison's claims, stating that such practices are legally exempt. Harrison dismissed Welsh's defense and has called for oversight to ensure compliance with constitutional standards in federal funding related to university admissions.
In Texas, government entities should not be treating people differently based on anything other than merit. We have got to bring back a focus on meritocracy.
According to a letter from Texas A&M president Mark Welsh, the university is still engaged in DEI courses and discriminatory 'targeted recruiting' practices.
Welsh criticized Harrison for implying the university is doing something illegal by engaging in 'targeted' student recruitment efforts that are exempt from the law.
Harrison attacked Welsh's defense of targeted recruiting, calling it 'preposterous,' and urged the HHS to ensure compliance with the U.S. Constitution.
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