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Trump Administration Drops Appeal on Anti-DEI Ruling

1/21/2026

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  • The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump dropped its appeal of a federal ruling blocking its anti-DEI campaign in U.S. schools.
  • A federal judge ruled the anti-DEI effort violated the First Amendment and federal procedural rules.
  • The dispute stemmed from a guidance letter warning institutions of possible funding cuts for DEI practices.
  • The American Federation of Teachers filed the suit, with Democracy Forward representing the plaintiffs, praising the decision.