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Revived Title IX Policies Raise Concerns for Victims

2/1/2025

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The U.S. Education Department has revived Trump-era Title IX policies, mandating live hearings for sexual misconduct cases and enhancing protections for the accused. This shift comes after a federal court ruling that dismantled Biden's broader protections for LGBTQ+ students, sparking concerns that these changes could discourage victims from coming forward.

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The U.S. Education Department has revived Trump-era Title IX policies, mandating live hearings for sexual misconduct cases and enhancing protections for the accused. This shift comes after a federal court ruling that dismantled Biden's broader protections for LGBTQ+ students, sparking concerns that these changes could discourage victims from coming forward.