"Education Department Fails to Address Rising Number of Discrimination Claims. New data released by The New York Times reveals a disturbing trend within the US Education Department: a significant decline in the resolution of discrimination complaints. According to the data, the department resolved 30 percent fewer cases in 2025 compared to the previous year, sparking concerns about the effectiveness of its handling of student grievances. As the number of complaints continues to rise, advocates for education equity are sounding the alarm, warning that this lack of action may be leaving vulnerable students without the support they need to succeed."
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.
