Impact of Recent Executive Orders Regarding DEI and Affirmative Action in Higher Education
By EsqSocial Corporation 06/02/25
On January 21, 2025, President Trump issued an Executive Order titled “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity.” In addition to affecting government programs, federal contractors and federal policies related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and affirmative action, the Executive Order (EO) has substantial implications for higher education institutions, particularly those receiving federal funding or participating in federal contracts....
By: Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP