Trump administration alleges UC Berkeley law school favors Black applicants
Summary
The U.S. Justice Department and Education Department said that UC Berkeley's law school is giving preference to Black applicants over white and Asian applicants. They claim this practice breaks federal rules against discrimination.Key Facts
- The Justice Department (DOJ) and Education Department made the allegation on a Wednesday.
- They say UC Berkeley Law favors Black applicants in admissions.
- This alleged preference is said to disadvantage white and Asian applicants.
- The complaint was sent in a letter to the law school's attorney, Tania Faransso.
- Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon wrote the letter.
- The departments say this violates federal anti-discrimination laws.
- UC Berkeley Law is currently under review for its admissions policies.
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