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ABA Criticized for Bias in Law School Accreditation

3/30/2026

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The American Bar Association faced criticism at a Federalist Society event for acting as an ideological gatekeeper in law school accreditation.
Its absence at the event raised questions about neutrality and impact of diversity standards on Thomas University’s law school.
Panelists including Texas Attorney General Brent Webster described politicization, citing America First Legal's finding that 80% of the ABA’s amicus briefs over the past decade supported left-leaning arguments.

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The American Bar Association faced criticism at a Federalist Society event for acting as an ideological gatekeeper in law school accreditation.
Its absence at the event raised questions about neutrality and impact of diversity standards on Thomas University’s law school.
Panelists including Texas Attorney General Brent Webster described politicization, citing America First Legal's finding that 80% of the ABA’s amicus briefs over the past decade supported left-leaning arguments.