New Data Reveals Alarming Decline in Education Department's Handling of Discrimination Complaints. A disturbing trend has emerged in the US Education Department's handling of discrimination complaints, with new data obtained by The New York Times showing a significant drop in resolved cases. According to the figures, the department resolved 30 percent fewer complaints in 2025 compared to the previous year, sparking concerns about the effectiveness of the agency's efforts to address discriminatory practices in education. The decline raises questions about the department's ability to protect students from harassment, bullying, and other forms of discriminatory behavior. As the Education Department continues to grapple with these issues, the public is left wondering what factors are contributing to this alarming decline and what steps the agency will take to reverse the trend.
Data obtained by The New York Times shows that the Education Department resolved 30 percent fewer discrimination complaints in 2025 compared with the previous year.
