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DOJ Sues Minneapolis Schools Over Alleged Teacher Discrimination

12/11/2025

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The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a lawsuit against Minneapolis Public Schools and Superintendent Lisa Sayles-Adams for alleged discrimination against teachers.
The DOJ alleges that since July 1, 2021, district favored black teachers, teachers of color, and underrepresented teachers in employment decisions.
The complaint notes provisions tied to the "Black Men Teach" group require discrimination by race, prompting the DOJ to seek a Title VII ruling.

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The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a lawsuit against Minneapolis Public Schools and Superintendent Lisa Sayles-Adams for alleged discrimination against teachers.
The DOJ alleges that since July 1, 2021, district favored black teachers, teachers of color, and underrepresented teachers in employment decisions.
The complaint notes provisions tied to the "Black Men Teach" group require discrimination by race, prompting the DOJ to seek a Title VII ruling.