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Federal Investigations Target Montana State, Maine Over Discrimination

3/18/2025

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Montana State University is facing a federal investigation for alleged racial discrimination linked to its partnership with the Ph.D. Project, ignited by a Trump-era memo against race-based preferences. In Maine, the HHS has accused the state of violating federal law concerning transgender athletes. Advocates express concern that recent layoffs at the Education Department could jeopardize protections for students with disabilities.

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Montana State University is facing a federal investigation for alleged racial discrimination linked to its partnership with the Ph.D. Project, ignited by a Trump-era memo against race-based preferences. In Maine, the HHS has accused the state of violating federal law concerning transgender athletes. Advocates express concern that recent layoffs at the Education Department could jeopardize protections for students with disabilities.