Trump administration sues Harvard, accusing it of defying investigation

The Trump administration sued Harvard University on Friday, alleging non-compliance with a federal investigation into its admissions practices. The Justice Department claims Harvard has been slow to provide requested documents, including admissions policies and communications related to diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. The lawsuit, filed in Boston federal court, seeks to compel Harvard to release information that will help determine if the university is adhering to the Supreme Court's 2023 decision deeming race-conscious admissions unconstitutional. This action follows threats from the Trump administration to withhold federal funding from Harvard and other universities over issues like pro-Palestinian protests and diversity policies. The investigation aims to assess whether Harvard illegally considered race in its admissions process.

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