The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on June 4, 2026, that it has opened civil rights investigations into 15 additional medical schools regarding allegations of racial discrimination in their admissions processes. This action expands on previous investigations into medical schools accused of employing race-conscious admissions practices. The DOJ's Civil Rights Division will assess whether these schools, which receive significant federal funding, are in compliance with civil rights laws.
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DOJ initiates investigations into 15 medical schools for admissions practices
The DOJ has launched investigations into 15 medical schools for potential racial discrimination in admissions. This follows earlier probes into similar practices at other institutions, focusing on compliance with civil rights laws.
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