The U.S. Department of Education has launched a public portal for people to report diversity and inclusion efforts in K-12 schools, which are now considered “illegal discriminatory practices.” The move is part of the Trump administration’s efforts to eliminate DEI initiatives in education. The portal asks for information such as name, email address, and a description of the discriminatory behavior. Conservative groups have praised the initiative, arguing that schools should focus on academics instead of ideological programs. The Department’s Office for Civil Rights recently issued a letter reminding schools of their obligations under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin. The letter criticized race-based admissions policies and other DEI initiatives, citing a 2023 Supreme Court decision that effectively ended affirmative action in college admissions. Schools have until today to comply with federal guidelines, with the portal representing a significant step in reshaping how discrimination complaints are handled in education.
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