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Lawsuit Challenges Black Scholarships, Claims Racial Discrimination

4/4/2026

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The American Alliance for Equal Rights, a civil rights advocacy group, filed a lawsuit challenging the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's scholarships for Black students, alleging racial discrimination.
The lawsuit is backed by students of Asian and Hispanic descent who argue the scholarships violate the Civil Rights Act of 1866.
Critics tie the suit to a broader campaign against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) after a ruling weakened affirmative action while advocates say the scholarships address barriers.

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The American Alliance for Equal Rights, a civil rights advocacy group, filed a lawsuit challenging the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's scholarships for Black students, alleging racial discrimination.
The lawsuit is backed by students of Asian and Hispanic descent who argue the scholarships violate the Civil Rights Act of 1866.
Critics tie the suit to a broader campaign against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) after a ruling weakened affirmative action while advocates say the scholarships address barriers.