US Education Department removes rules against discrimination, civil rights groups condemned move
President Donald Trump signed an executive order in April 2025 opposing disparate impact regulations and asked federal agencies to not enforce them
Assessment
The US Education Department's removal of rules against discrimination marks a significant shift in federal civil rights enforcement. By targeting disparate impact regulations, the administration is changing how discrimination is legally defined and proven. Civil rights groups have condemned the move, arguing it weakens protections for marginalized students. The practical effects will depend on how federal agencies implement the executive order.