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Justice Department Ends Race-Based Admissions in Military Academies

8/14/2025

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The Justice Department has reached a pivotal settlement with the U.S. Military and Air Force Academies, abolishing race-based admissions. This decision aligns with President Trump's push for merit-based criteria, backed by Students for Fair Admissions. The move sparks intense discussions about the role of diversity in military education and its implications for future generations.

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The Justice Department has reached a pivotal settlement with the U.S. Military and Air Force Academies, abolishing race-based admissions. This decision aligns with President Trump's push for merit-based criteria, backed by Students for Fair Admissions. The move sparks intense discussions about the role of diversity in military education and its implications for future generations.