State of New York

government

Last mentioned: Mar 12, 2026

Timeline

  1. Lawsuit Filed

    17 states sue to block the implementation of the new data requirements.

  2. Mandate Issued

    Department of Education issues new data collection requirements for colleges.

  3. Administration Shift

    Trump administration takes office with a focus on auditing DEI initiatives.

  4. SCOTUS Ruling

    Supreme Court ends race-conscious admissions in higher education.

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17 States Sue Over Federal Mandate for College Race and DEI Data

A coalition of 17 states has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging new Department of Education requirements for collecting student race and DEI data. The legal battle centers on federal overreach and the administrative burden placed on higher education institutions.

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