19 states sue Trump administration over push to end diversity programs in public schools

[Eugene]

Source: Associated Press

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Nineteen states that refused to comply with a Trump administration directive aimed at eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion programs in public schools went a step further Friday, filing a federal lawsuit challenging what they consider an illegal threat to cut federal funding.

The lawsuit filed in Massachusetts by Democratic attorneys general seeks to block the Department of Education from withholding money based on its April 3 directive ordering states to certify their compliance with civil rights laws, including the rejection of what the federal government calls “illegal DEI practices.” States also were told to gather signatures from local school systems certifying their compliance by April 24.

Instead, the plaintiffs informed the government that they stand by their prior certifications of compliance with the law but refuse to abandon policies that promote equal access to education.

“Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives are legal efforts that help students feel safe, supported and respected. The Trump administration’s threats to withhold critical education funding due to the use of these initiatives are not only unlawful, but harmful to our children, families, and schools,” said Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell.

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By HOLLY RAMER
Updated 4:35 PM EDT, April 25, 2025


Read more: https://apnews.com/article/trump-education-lawsuit-dei-public-schools-bc8c075e974f033629bb20a391d7232d

[J_William_Ryan]

1. Very good.

There is nothing ‘illegal’ with DEI programs.

More states need to stand up to the fascist Trump regime and oppose Trump’s agenda of racism, bigotry, and hate.