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Cornell Faces Scrutiny Over Alleged Diversity Hiring Practices

6/28/2025

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Cornell University is under fire for allegedly prioritizing "diversity hires" over merit in its hiring practices, challenging its claims of fairness. Whistleblower documents expose a troubling pre-screening process based on "diversity statements." The America First Policy Institute is stepping in, preparing to file a complaint to prompt a federal investigation into possible violations of the Civil Rights Act.

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Cornell University is under fire for allegedly prioritizing "diversity hires" over merit in its hiring practices, challenging its claims of fairness. Whistleblower documents expose a troubling pre-screening process based on "diversity statements." The America First Policy Institute is stepping in, preparing to file a complaint to prompt a federal investigation into possible violations of the Civil Rights Act.