"Education Department Faces Backlash Over Dramatic Decline in Handling Discrimination Complaints. New data released by The New York Times reveals a disturbing trend within the U.S. Education Department, as records show a staggering 30% drop in the resolution of discrimination complaints in 2025 compared to the previous year. With many students and educators alleging a rise in bias and harassment, critics are calling on the department to take immediate action to address the issue. As concerns mount over the impact on vulnerable student populations, the Education Department's response to these complaints has never been more under scrutiny."
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.
