Justice Jackson Offers Common Sense Argument For How Judicial Diversity Benefits Everyone - Above the LawJustice Jackson advocates for diversity in the judiciary to boost public confidence in the rule of law.
How Trump made diversity' a dirty word podcastTrump attributed the air disaster to DEI policies, showcasing growing conservative backlash against diversity initiatives.
Trump's bold strike against DEI ends 60 years of discrimination - and makes historyTrump's executive order marks a significant shift away from Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices in the federal government.
DEI Was Never Going to Save UsTrump's attacks on DEI programs serve a political purpose and reflect a broader right-wing agenda to roll back diversity initiatives.
Which US companies are pulling back on diversity initiatives?Meta has announced a retreat from diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives following a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.Companies are increasingly facing pressure to abandon DEI policies amid conservative activism.
McDonald's is ending some corporate DEI programsMcDonald's is revising its diversity policies in response to the Supreme Court's ruling on affirmative action and pressures from anti-DEI activists.
Justice Jackson Offers Common Sense Argument For How Judicial Diversity Benefits Everyone - Above the LawJustice Jackson advocates for diversity in the judiciary to boost public confidence in the rule of law.
How Trump made diversity' a dirty word podcastTrump attributed the air disaster to DEI policies, showcasing growing conservative backlash against diversity initiatives.
Trump's bold strike against DEI ends 60 years of discrimination - and makes historyTrump's executive order marks a significant shift away from Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices in the federal government.
DEI Was Never Going to Save UsTrump's attacks on DEI programs serve a political purpose and reflect a broader right-wing agenda to roll back diversity initiatives.
Which US companies are pulling back on diversity initiatives?Meta has announced a retreat from diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives following a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.Companies are increasingly facing pressure to abandon DEI policies amid conservative activism.
McDonald's is ending some corporate DEI programsMcDonald's is revising its diversity policies in response to the Supreme Court's ruling on affirmative action and pressures from anti-DEI activists.
Teachers' Union Files Lawsuit Against Trump's Anti-DEI DirectiveAFT is suing the Department of Education over a policy that challenges race considerations in admissions, financial aid, and hiring.The plaintiffs argue the new policy compromises educational institutions and equality.
Trump's Justice Dept. vows to end college affirmative action - here's where to startThe Trump administration aims to enforce the Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action in college admissions, challenging elite universities' compliance.
After Trump's diversity threats, what should colleges do?The Education Department declared race-based policies in education unlawful, risking billions in federal funding for non-compliant institutions.
SFFA president on affirmative action ban's growing impactEdward Blum's victory against affirmative action has influenced federal policy and education under the Trump administration.
Opinion | The Department of Education's D.E.I. Letter Just Threatened the Existence of Many CollegesThe Department of Education's recent letter threatens educational institutions to abandon diversity policies, risk losing federal funding, and misinterpret legal requirements.
Trump administration threatens to rescind federal funds over DEIThe Education Department declared all race-conscious educational practices illegal and threatened federal funding withdrawal for non-compliance.
Teachers' Union Files Lawsuit Against Trump's Anti-DEI DirectiveAFT is suing the Department of Education over a policy that challenges race considerations in admissions, financial aid, and hiring.The plaintiffs argue the new policy compromises educational institutions and equality.
Trump's Justice Dept. vows to end college affirmative action - here's where to startThe Trump administration aims to enforce the Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action in college admissions, challenging elite universities' compliance.
After Trump's diversity threats, what should colleges do?The Education Department declared race-based policies in education unlawful, risking billions in federal funding for non-compliant institutions.
SFFA president on affirmative action ban's growing impactEdward Blum's victory against affirmative action has influenced federal policy and education under the Trump administration.
Opinion | The Department of Education's D.E.I. Letter Just Threatened the Existence of Many CollegesThe Department of Education's recent letter threatens educational institutions to abandon diversity policies, risk losing federal funding, and misinterpret legal requirements.
Trump administration threatens to rescind federal funds over DEIThe Education Department declared all race-conscious educational practices illegal and threatened federal funding withdrawal for non-compliance.
Wisconsin court shuts down state grant for minority studentsA Wisconsin appeals court ruled a minority student grant program unlawful, citing interpretations from the Supreme Court's SFFA decision.
DEI Efforts Under Attack - San Francisco Bay TimesMany companies have restructured or reduced their DEI programs following the Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action.
Discriminated against for being heterosexual? The war on diversity returns to the US Supreme CourtThe Supreme Court is examining a case that questions how workplace discrimination claims are validated for majority groups, like heterosexuals.
American Bar Association Suspends DEI Rules for Law Schools Amid Trump CrackdownABA pauses DEI requirements for law schools amid legal reviews and changing regulations,
Black Student Enrollment at Harvard Law Drops by More Than HalfThe sharp drop in Black students at Harvard Law is attributed to the Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action, marking the lowest enrollment since the 1960s.
Opinion | Post-Affirmative Action, Is Sustained Campus Diversity Suspicious?The Supreme Court's ban on affirmative action has created diverse impacts on university admissions, with unclear compliance outcomes among institutions.
Wisconsin court shuts down state grant for minority studentsA Wisconsin appeals court ruled a minority student grant program unlawful, citing interpretations from the Supreme Court's SFFA decision.
DEI Efforts Under Attack - San Francisco Bay TimesMany companies have restructured or reduced their DEI programs following the Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action.
Discriminated against for being heterosexual? The war on diversity returns to the US Supreme CourtThe Supreme Court is examining a case that questions how workplace discrimination claims are validated for majority groups, like heterosexuals.
American Bar Association Suspends DEI Rules for Law Schools Amid Trump CrackdownABA pauses DEI requirements for law schools amid legal reviews and changing regulations,
Black Student Enrollment at Harvard Law Drops by More Than HalfThe sharp drop in Black students at Harvard Law is attributed to the Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action, marking the lowest enrollment since the 1960s.
Opinion | Post-Affirmative Action, Is Sustained Campus Diversity Suspicious?The Supreme Court's ban on affirmative action has created diverse impacts on university admissions, with unclear compliance outcomes among institutions.
The Department Of Education Finally Dropped The 'No DEI By Proxy' Shoe We Were All Waiting For - Above the LawRecent legal shifts emphasize eliminating race-based decision-making in school admissions, impacting K-12 education and federal funding considerations.
Colleges, K-12 schools ordered by Trump administration to abolish DEI or face funding cutsThe U.S. Department of Education requires the removal of race-specific programs in education by month-end to avoid federal funding loss.
Department of Education warns schools to cut DEI policies or lose fundingFederal funding may be cut for institutions with race or diversity policies, reflecting Trump's administration stance against DEI initiatives.
Judge dismisses lawsuit challenging McNair program criteriaThe lawsuit challenging eligibility for the McNair program was dismissed due to lack of standing, despite evolving racial policy debates.
Affirmative action slow to take hold in Brazil's graduate science educationAffirmative action in Brazil's education system lacks emphasis in graduate programs, impacting diversity in fields like nuclear technology.
The Department Of Education Finally Dropped The 'No DEI By Proxy' Shoe We Were All Waiting For - Above the LawRecent legal shifts emphasize eliminating race-based decision-making in school admissions, impacting K-12 education and federal funding considerations.
Colleges, K-12 schools ordered by Trump administration to abolish DEI or face funding cutsThe U.S. Department of Education requires the removal of race-specific programs in education by month-end to avoid federal funding loss.
Department of Education warns schools to cut DEI policies or lose fundingFederal funding may be cut for institutions with race or diversity policies, reflecting Trump's administration stance against DEI initiatives.
Judge dismisses lawsuit challenging McNair program criteriaThe lawsuit challenging eligibility for the McNair program was dismissed due to lack of standing, despite evolving racial policy debates.
Affirmative action slow to take hold in Brazil's graduate science educationAffirmative action in Brazil's education system lacks emphasis in graduate programs, impacting diversity in fields like nuclear technology.
The War on Diversity, Equity, and InclusionThe conservative backlash against affirmative action and D.E.I. has shifted to framing these efforts as discriminatory against white individuals.
The Democrats abandoned the working class to create a 'Grievance Olympics' obsessed with identity politicsTrump's executive order prohibits males from competing in women's sports, highlighting the ongoing political and social debate surrounding transgender rights.
Why political violence is rising, armed forces must be exclusive and other commentaryPolitical violence fluctuates over time and can be mitigated through decisive action rather than addressing alleged root causes.The military's primary focus should be on national defense and not social experimentation.
The War on Diversity, Equity, and InclusionThe conservative backlash against affirmative action and D.E.I. has shifted to framing these efforts as discriminatory against white individuals.
The Democrats abandoned the working class to create a 'Grievance Olympics' obsessed with identity politicsTrump's executive order prohibits males from competing in women's sports, highlighting the ongoing political and social debate surrounding transgender rights.
Why political violence is rising, armed forces must be exclusive and other commentaryPolitical violence fluctuates over time and can be mitigated through decisive action rather than addressing alleged root causes.The military's primary focus should be on national defense and not social experimentation.
In first days, Trump deals 'death blow' to DEI and affirmative actionTrump's executive orders significantly dismantle affirmative action policies and diversity programs, achieving rapid, unprecedented changes in U.S government and private sectors.
CNN Analyst Shreds Meritocracy' Claim In DEI Brawl Says She Was Always Lowest Paid Even In Obama White HouseDiversity initiatives are essential to promote equal opportunities despite arguments favoring merit-based hiring as sufficient.
Democrats' path to recovery, end of the 'diversity' regime and other commentaryDemocrats need to rethink their strategy to regain support after recent losses.Trump's actions signal a potential shift away from affirmative action and DEI initiatives.
Here's how local colleges are preparing for Trump's DEI directivesSome universities are already taking action in response to executive orders affecting diversity initiatives, while others advise caution and patience.
In first days, Trump deals 'death blow' to DEI and affirmative actionTrump's executive orders significantly dismantle affirmative action policies and diversity programs, achieving rapid, unprecedented changes in U.S government and private sectors.
CNN Analyst Shreds Meritocracy' Claim In DEI Brawl Says She Was Always Lowest Paid Even In Obama White HouseDiversity initiatives are essential to promote equal opportunities despite arguments favoring merit-based hiring as sufficient.
Democrats' path to recovery, end of the 'diversity' regime and other commentaryDemocrats need to rethink their strategy to regain support after recent losses.Trump's actions signal a potential shift away from affirmative action and DEI initiatives.
Here's how local colleges are preparing for Trump's DEI directivesSome universities are already taking action in response to executive orders affecting diversity initiatives, while others advise caution and patience.
Harvard's Black enrollment drops after Supreme Court rulingThe recent Supreme Court ruling has significantly impacted the racial diversity of incoming college students, notably decreasing Black student admissions.While Black student enrollment at Harvard declined, there was a slight increase in Latino student representation, illustrating complex shifts in diversity dynamics.
Trump Bans Affirmative ActionTrump's executive order bans affirmative action and DEI in federal contracting and publicly-funded universities.
Yale, Princeton and Duke Are Questioned Over Decline in Asian StudentsStudents for Fair Admissions is monitoring compliance with new rules post-affirmative action ruling.
Harvard's Black Student Enrollment Dips After Affirmative Action EndsThe impact of ending affirmative action on Harvard's diversity is nuanced, with some groups seeing changes while others remained stable.
Lawsuit Accuses University of California of Allowing Race to Factor in AdmissionsUniversity of California claims record diversity in admissions despite legal prohibitions on race-focused criteria.
Harvard reports drop in Black student enrollmentHarvard's Class of 2028 shows a 14% enrollment for Black students, marking a decline after the end of affirmative action.
Harvard's Black enrollment drops after Supreme Court rulingThe recent Supreme Court ruling has significantly impacted the racial diversity of incoming college students, notably decreasing Black student admissions.While Black student enrollment at Harvard declined, there was a slight increase in Latino student representation, illustrating complex shifts in diversity dynamics.
Trump Bans Affirmative ActionTrump's executive order bans affirmative action and DEI in federal contracting and publicly-funded universities.
Yale, Princeton and Duke Are Questioned Over Decline in Asian StudentsStudents for Fair Admissions is monitoring compliance with new rules post-affirmative action ruling.
Harvard's Black Student Enrollment Dips After Affirmative Action EndsThe impact of ending affirmative action on Harvard's diversity is nuanced, with some groups seeing changes while others remained stable.
Lawsuit Accuses University of California of Allowing Race to Factor in AdmissionsUniversity of California claims record diversity in admissions despite legal prohibitions on race-focused criteria.
Harvard reports drop in Black student enrollmentHarvard's Class of 2028 shows a 14% enrollment for Black students, marking a decline after the end of affirmative action.
A venture capital grant program for Black women officially ends after court rulingThe Fearless Fund has permanently closed its grant program for Black women business owners following a legal settlement over alleged racial discrimination.
Lawsuit alleges University of California illegally considers race in admissionsThe University of California faces a lawsuit alleging illegal racial discrimination in its admissions process favoring non-Asian minorities.
A venture capital grant program for Black women officially ends after court rulingThe Fearless Fund has permanently closed its grant program for Black women business owners following a legal settlement over alleged racial discrimination.
Lawsuit alleges University of California illegally considers race in admissionsThe University of California faces a lawsuit alleging illegal racial discrimination in its admissions process favoring non-Asian minorities.
Reparations advocates prepare for backlash during next Trump termRecent advancements in the reparations movement face potential setbacks with Donald Trump's second term due to his skepticism and plans to dismantle equity programs.
Trump-Appointed Labor Secretary Halts Anti-Discrimination EnforcementThe Trump administration is dismantling civil rights protections related to contractor discrimination and affirmative action.Executive Order 11246, which enforced anti-discrimination laws, has been revoked, halting compliance activities.
This is President Trump's boldest move so far - even Reagan chickened out on itTrump's revocation of EO 11246 drastically changes affirmative action and racially-based hiring practices.This move dismantles decades of federal protocols regarding racial quotas in employment.
Trump orders all federal DEI staff to be put on leaveTrump's administration is dismantling federal diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, labeling them as discriminatory and prioritizing merit-based hiring.
A huge change, barely noticed, Dems must kill lawfare mindset and other commentaryTrump repealed affirmative action by executive order, a significant yet overlooked policy change affecting American workforce dynamics.Democrats are urged to move away from 'lawfare' tactics, focusing instead on direct political engagement with voters.
Democrats waging 'holy war' as Trump ends 50 years of affirmative-action tyrannyTrump's firings at the EEOC signal a major shift away from affirmative action policies and federal diversity mandates.Democrats are preparing legal challenges to Trump's actions against the EEOC.The EEOC's long history of enforcing quotas has been controversial and viewed as overreach by some.Biden's EEOC initiatives are criticized as politically motivated and harmful to businesses.
Reparations advocates prepare for backlash during next Trump termRecent advancements in the reparations movement face potential setbacks with Donald Trump's second term due to his skepticism and plans to dismantle equity programs.
Trump-Appointed Labor Secretary Halts Anti-Discrimination EnforcementThe Trump administration is dismantling civil rights protections related to contractor discrimination and affirmative action.Executive Order 11246, which enforced anti-discrimination laws, has been revoked, halting compliance activities.
This is President Trump's boldest move so far - even Reagan chickened out on itTrump's revocation of EO 11246 drastically changes affirmative action and racially-based hiring practices.This move dismantles decades of federal protocols regarding racial quotas in employment.
Trump orders all federal DEI staff to be put on leaveTrump's administration is dismantling federal diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, labeling them as discriminatory and prioritizing merit-based hiring.
A huge change, barely noticed, Dems must kill lawfare mindset and other commentaryTrump repealed affirmative action by executive order, a significant yet overlooked policy change affecting American workforce dynamics.Democrats are urged to move away from 'lawfare' tactics, focusing instead on direct political engagement with voters.
Democrats waging 'holy war' as Trump ends 50 years of affirmative-action tyrannyTrump's firings at the EEOC signal a major shift away from affirmative action policies and federal diversity mandates.Democrats are preparing legal challenges to Trump's actions against the EEOC.The EEOC's long history of enforcing quotas has been controversial and viewed as overreach by some.Biden's EEOC initiatives are criticized as politically motivated and harmful to businesses.
Stephan Thernstrom, Leading Critic of Affirmative Action, Dies at 90Stephan Thernstrom was a prominent critic of affirmative action, advocating for educational reform over racial quotas.
Stephan Thernstrom, historian and affirmative-action foe, dies at 90Stephan Thernstrom, renowned historian, focused on social mobility and the experiences of ordinary people in American history.
Stephan Thernstrom, Leading Critic of Affirmative Action, Dies at 90Stephan Thernstrom was a prominent critic of affirmative action, advocating for educational reform over racial quotas.
Stephan Thernstrom, historian and affirmative-action foe, dies at 90Stephan Thernstrom, renowned historian, focused on social mobility and the experiences of ordinary people in American history.
For US Conservatives, DEI is code for Don't Ever Integrate'The far-right is targeting affirmative action and DEI programs, aiming to undo progress towards racial equality and inclusiveness.
Meta rolls back diversity and inclusion efforts, appeasing TrumpMeta is substantially scaling back its diversity and inclusion efforts, signifying a shift in company priorities amid changes in the legal and political landscape.
A new investment fund is saying 'no' to DEI-focused companies.Hiring based on skill and ability leads to better company performance than hiring based on race or gender.
Office for Disparities Research and Workforce Diversity Webinar Series: Mission-Driven & Equity-Centered Approaches to Graduate AdmissionsSupreme Court rulings on affirmative action compel higher education institutions to innovate admissions practices that sustain diversity and inclusion.
Meta rolls back diversity and inclusion efforts, appeasing TrumpMeta is substantially scaling back its diversity and inclusion efforts, signifying a shift in company priorities amid changes in the legal and political landscape.
A new investment fund is saying 'no' to DEI-focused companies.Hiring based on skill and ability leads to better company performance than hiring based on race or gender.
Office for Disparities Research and Workforce Diversity Webinar Series: Mission-Driven & Equity-Centered Approaches to Graduate AdmissionsSupreme Court rulings on affirmative action compel higher education institutions to innovate admissions practices that sustain diversity and inclusion.
McDonald's ends some DEI initiatives as Robby Starbuck claims creditMcDonald's is modifying diversity practices in response to legal changes and external pressures, ending aspirational hiring goals and pausing external surveys.
Walmart Rolls Back Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Efforts After Conservative BacklashWalmart is rolling back its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies in response to conservative pressure and legal challenges.
McDonald's ends some DEI initiatives as Robby Starbuck claims creditMcDonald's is modifying diversity practices in response to legal changes and external pressures, ending aspirational hiring goals and pausing external surveys.
Walmart Rolls Back Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Efforts After Conservative BacklashWalmart is rolling back its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies in response to conservative pressure and legal challenges.
Black student enrollment at Harvard Law drops by more than halfHarvard Law's first-year Black student enrollment dropped to 3.4%, the lowest since the 1960s, following the Supreme Court's affirmative action ban.
Two more Boston colleges report declines in Black student enrollment in wake of SCOTUS decisionBoston University and Northeastern University report significant drops in Black student enrollment due to the end of affirmative action in college admissions.
Black student enrollment at Harvard Law drops by more than halfHarvard Law's first-year Black student enrollment dropped to 3.4%, the lowest since the 1960s, following the Supreme Court's affirmative action ban.
Two more Boston colleges report declines in Black student enrollment in wake of SCOTUS decisionBoston University and Northeastern University report significant drops in Black student enrollment due to the end of affirmative action in college admissions.
Anti-affirmative action group sues Air Force AcademyThe lawsuit against the Air Force Academy challenges race-conscious admissions after a Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action.
Walmart just announced a sweeping rollback of its diversity policies. It comes as conservative groups keep winning legal challenges alleging 'reverse discrimination'Walmart's rollback of diversity policies indicates a major shift in corporate America as companies reassess legal risks related to diversity programs.
How the end of affirmative action affects Native studentsThe end of affirmative action has led to significant drops in Native American student enrollment at selective universities.
Interest in HBCUs surges after affirmative action banHistorically Black colleges and universities are experiencing a surge in applications and enrollments following the Supreme Court's 2023 affirmative action ban.
Harvard Reports Slight Decline in Black Students After Affirmative Action RulingHarvard saw a 4% decline in Black students following the Supreme Court's ruling against affirmative action, raising concerns about campus diversity.
The Elite College Students Fighting to End Legacy AdmissionsAffirmative action's end has exacerbated inequities in college admissions, especially affecting Black student enrollment at elite institutions.
Data set: Diversity before and after affirmative actionDemographic data for the Class of 2028 reflects mixed outcomes post-affirmative action decision, with varying trends in racial diversity across colleges.
Yale Law's Diversity Decreases After Affirmative Action's Death KnellThe elimination of affirmative action policies at Yale Law School has led to a significant decrease in Black student enrollment.
How the end of affirmative action affects Native studentsThe end of affirmative action has led to significant drops in Native American student enrollment at selective universities.
Interest in HBCUs surges after affirmative action banHistorically Black colleges and universities are experiencing a surge in applications and enrollments following the Supreme Court's 2023 affirmative action ban.
Harvard Reports Slight Decline in Black Students After Affirmative Action RulingHarvard saw a 4% decline in Black students following the Supreme Court's ruling against affirmative action, raising concerns about campus diversity.
The Elite College Students Fighting to End Legacy AdmissionsAffirmative action's end has exacerbated inequities in college admissions, especially affecting Black student enrollment at elite institutions.
Data set: Diversity before and after affirmative actionDemographic data for the Class of 2028 reflects mixed outcomes post-affirmative action decision, with varying trends in racial diversity across colleges.
Yale Law's Diversity Decreases After Affirmative Action's Death KnellThe elimination of affirmative action policies at Yale Law School has led to a significant decrease in Black student enrollment.
How 2 CEOs were united by legal battles to fund small businessesThe Fearless Fund's lawsuit highlights ongoing challenges faced by organizations supporting Black women entrepreneurs amid claims of discrimination.
California bans universities from admitting students based on legacy'California bans legacy admissions in universities, aiming for fairer and equitable college admissions regardless of family connections.
Australian politics needs fewer vaguely incompetent men', Amanda Vanstone says, not gender quotasAmanda Vanstone believes focusing on men rather than implementing women's quotas would better increase women's participation in politics.