Explained: How Trump’s 10-point memo directs US universities to ban race and sex in hiring and admissions
The Trump administration’s 10-point memo directs nine major US universities to remove race and sex from admissions and hiring to retain federal support. Tied to funding access, the policy builds on the Supreme Court’s affirmative action ban and eliminates minority-serving grants. The move faces legal challenges, sparking debates over diversity, equity, and compliance in higher education.
The Trump administration’s 10-point memo directs nine major US universities to remove race and sex from admissions and hiring to retain federal support. Tied to funding access, the policy builds on the Supreme Court’s affirmative action ban and eliminates minority-serving grants. The move faces legal challenges, sparking debates over diversity, equity, and compliance in higher education.
