Virginia 1 day ago Parents: Virginia boys suspended after questioning transgender locker room policy were ignored by school The parents of two Virginia boys suspended for objecting to a female in their locker room say their kids tried to bring the matter up to officials, but their concerns fell on deaf ears.
Justice Department 2 days ago Justice Department launches probe of California EPA over alleged diversity-based hiring practices The U.S. Justice Department has launched an investigation into the California Environmental Protection Agency over accusations of racial equity-based hiring practices.
Culture 3 days ago Battle over DEI heating up in North Carolina North Carolina Republicans are just one vote shy of overturning Gov. Josh Stein’s vetoes on anti-DEI bills, intensifying the state’s escalating political showdown.
Media 4 days ago Despite bans, DEI remains widespread in college hiring, analysis shows Heterodox Academy study found DEI statements requested in faculty hiring across all disciplines, with private universities asking for them nearly 30% of the time.
DEI 4 days ago DNC members rally around pro-DEI resolution: 'These are American values' The Democratic National Committee reaffirms support for DEI initiatives following 2024 election losses and millions spent on Republican ads attacking transgender rights.
Media August 22 Ex-Wisconsin university DEI staffer wins $265K settlement after alleging discrimination for being White Rochelle Hoffman won a $265,000 settlement from UW-Eau Claire after claiming she faced hostility due to her race as a White DEI director.
Supreme Court August 21 Trump administration wins Supreme Court fight to slash NIH medical research grants tied to DEI, LGBTQ studies The Supreme Court cleared President Donald Trump to cut $783 million in NIH diversity-linked research grants in a 5–4 ruling that overturned lower court blocks.
Air And Space August 20 Duffy’s DOT accuses Biden, Buttigieg of inflating air traffic controller pipeline: ‘Juiced the numbers’ The Trump administration's transportation department raises air traffic controller standards and suggests weaker standards under Biden increased the average washout rate.
Media August 20 TV anchor sues Boston CBS affiliate claiming White employees targeted under corporate DEI push Former WBZ-TV anchor Kate Merrill files federal lawsuit claiming CBS' Boston affiliate exploited DEI policies against White employees.
Virginia August 19 Virginia teens suspended for questioning transgender student about being in boys locker room Two Virginia teen students are being suspended after they were recorded on video questioning why a female student who identifies as male was in the boys locker room.
Barack Obama August 19 Chicago residents call Obama Presidential Center a 'monstrosity,' fear they'll be displaced: report Chicago community leaders and longtime residents say the Obama Presidential Center risks washing away the neighborhood’s fabric, warning that proposed luxury developments tied to the project could price out families who have long called the South Side home.
DEI August 15 Trump-appointed judge strikes down anti-DEI measures from Education Department Federal judge in Maryland blocks Education Department's threats to cut funding from schools that continued with DEI initiatives, ruling that it violated the law.
Media August 13 New report accuses bureaucrats of running ‘shadow government’ pushing DEI, gender ideology in red states The State Leadership Initiative found conservative states are structurally implementing liberal policies through national associations, despite Republican leadership.
Woke Culture August 10 Hollywood's 'progressive snowflake era' is over with shows now 'hot, horny and white,' NYT guest essay says A New York Times columnist claims Hollywood's progressive era is ending, citing examples like Basic Instinct reboot and Netflix's The Hunting Wives as evidence
Culture Trends August 3 Americans' perception of discrimination against Black people dropped in last four years A new survey found less than half of U.S. adults believe Black and Hispanic people face significant discrimination, while many express skepticism about the effectiveness of DEI.
Culture Trends July 31 Scientist claims racial discrimination by Cornell during hiring process, files government complaint Cornell University faces a federal complaint from scientist Colin Wright, who claimed he was excluded from hiring due to race-based practices at the elite school.
DEI July 30 WATCH: DEI still in place as college 'finding ways' around ban, official admits: 'Proud of the fight' A University of Iowa official was caught bragging on a hidden camera recording about how she and others at the school have been taking steps to "operate around" state and federal DEI bans.
DEI July 28 University runs damage control amid concerns it hides illegals, upholds reverse discrimination Belmont University in Tennessee has hired an external partner for compliance review amid concerns the Christian school rebranded reverse-discrimination policies.
Culture Trends July 28 Investigation finds RI Public School District offered student loan forgiveness to only non-White teachers Providence Public School District's 'Educator of Color Loan Forgiveness Program' was deemed discriminatory for excluding White teachers from $25,000 student loan relief opportunity.
US Education July 25 Trans bathroom policies have 10 days to go, Trump Education Department warns 5 Virginia school districts The Department of Education is giving five northern Virginia school districts 10 days to revise transgender bathroom policies or face enforcement after an investigation.
White House July 25 Michelle Obama portraitist's exhibit with trans Statue of Liberty pulled after pressure from Vance Artist Amy Sherald canceled her Smithsonian show after Vice President JD Vance raised concerns about divisive content violating a Trump executive order.
Media July 25 Civil rights organization declares 'state of national emergency,' citing attacks on DEI Marc Morial, president of the National Urban League, discussed the organization's efforts to resist what he calls an unprecedented assault on civil rights gains of the last 70 years.
Senate Hearings July 23 Sen. Hirono slammed after suggesting anti-DEI lawmakers doubt her trustworthiness because she is a minority Republican Sen. Eric Schmitt slams Sen. Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaii, for suggesting that critics of DEI initiatives must inherently view her with suspicion since she is a minority.
DEI July 23 WATCH: DEI efforts were rebranded at 2 red-state colleges to skirt Trump orders, staffers admit Despite state and federal prohibitions on DEI, two of Tennessee's largest universities have found strategic ways to continue their work — changing names but not missions, according to undercover conversations with faculty and staff.
Federal Courts July 22 Federal judge slaps temporary restraining order on Mississippi DEI ban Mississippi law banning diversity, equity and inclusion programs in public schools and universities paused by federal judge who cited free speech concerns.
DEI July 18 Christian university rebranding DEI to evade Trump order, enroll illegals, Tennessee rep says Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., demanded a probe into Belmont University after undercover recordings allegedly revealed a staff admitted to maintaining DEI initiatives despite Trump directives.
DEI July 17 DHS cancels $18.5 million in Biden-era grants designated to fund LGBTQ and DEI programs The Department of Homeland Security and Secretary Kristi Noem are canceling $18.5 million in grants they say were funding DEI and LGBTQ initiatives.
Opinion July 14 One state's bold fight against classroom indoctrination targets woke 'welcome' signs The debate over 'Everyone Is Welcome Here' signs in Idaho schools highlights tensions between parental authority and DEI-related classroom displays
DEI July 11 DEI-fueled investing is ‘ideological coercion’ of shareholders, Missouri AG warns amid new probe Two leading proxy advisory firms face investigations from Missouri's attorney general for allegedly misleading consumers about prioritizing DEI and ESG over investor returns.
91±¬ÁÏ Flash July 8 Cornell University hit with federal civil rights complaint over alleged discriminatory DEI practices The America First Policy Institute filed a federal civil rights complaint against Cornell University, alleging discriminatory DEI practices in hiring and scholarship programs.