DOJ Investigates Stanford, UC Schools Over Compliance with Affirmative Action Ruling

The U.S. Department of Justice announced on Thursday that it has launched investigations into Stanford University and three University of California schools to assess their compliance with the Supreme Court’s ruling that struck down race-conscious admissions. The ruling, issued last year, barred the use of affirmative action in college admissions, requiring institutions to adopt race-neutral policies. The DOJ’s probe aims to ensure that these universities have adjusted their admissions processes accordingly. The schools have not yet responded publicly, but the investigation highlights ongoing scrutiny over diversity and admissions policies in higher education.