September 24, 2026

Justice Department Seeks to End Over 50 School Desegregation Cases Amid Policy Changes

The Justice Department is pursuing the dismissal of over 50 school desegregation consent decrees, arguing they are outdated and no longer necessary.
This summer, the Education Department withdrew rules that allowed schools to assess potential discrimination through racial disparities, impacting how schools address racial equity.
The administration claims that policies aimed at achieving equal outcomes can lead to racial discrimination, a stance criticized by civil rights advocates.

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