Federal Education Department Set to Revise Race-Based Grant Rules Amid Lawsuit In a significant move, the U.S. Department of Education has announced plans to modify its rules governing federal student grants, which have been at the center of a contentious lawsuit. The change comes after the Young America's Foundation (YAF) filed a motion to dismiss, arguing that the current system unfairly discriminates against certain students. The rules in question have been the subject of debate, with critics claiming they prioritize racial and ethnic diversity over academic merit. As the Education Department prepares to revise its policies, the implications for students and the future of higher education remain uncertain.
The U.S. Department of Education will change race-based rules regarding federal student grants after a legal notice was released Tuesday. In a motion to dismiss, the Young America's Foundation (YAF) ...
