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Law Students Sue EEOC Over Data Privacy Concerns

4/19/2025

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Three law students have filed a lawsuit against the EEOC in Washington, D.C.
They seek to retract investigative letters sent to 20 major law firms.
The lawsuit alleges the EEOC exceeded its authority by demanding sensitive personal information.
The students express concerns about potential misuse of their data.
Six law firms have negotiated with Trump to evade penalties linked to the EEOC's actions.

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Story summary

Three law students have filed a lawsuit against the EEOC in Washington, D.C.
They seek to retract investigative letters sent to 20 major law firms.
The lawsuit alleges the EEOC exceeded its authority by demanding sensitive personal information.
The students express concerns about potential misuse of their data.
Six law firms have negotiated with Trump to evade penalties linked to the EEOC's actions.