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Harvard Sues Trump Administration Over $2.2 Billion Research Grant Freeze

Harvard challenges federal freeze of $2.2B grants, citing First Amendment rights and institutional autonomy.

#Harvard, #Trump administration, #lawsuit, #research funding, #academic freedom

Tragic Shooting at Florida State University Reignites Gun Control Debate

A mass shooting at FSU leaves 2 dead, 6 injured, sparking renewed gun law debates in Florida.

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Mass Shooting at Florida State University Spurs Gun Control Debate

A deadly shooting at Florida State University reignites discussions on Florida's gun laws amid calls for increased campus safety measures.

#mass shooting, #gun control, #florida state university, #fsu

Mass Layoffs at the U.S. Department of Education Under Trump's Administration

U.S. Department of Education cuts staff by 50%, igniting debate on civil rights enforcement.

#education, #civil rights, #trump administration, #layoffs

NAACP Sues U.S. Department of Education Over DEI Program Funding Threat

NAACP challenges federal directives against DEI programs, citing civil rights violations.

#naacp, #education, #civil rights, #dei, #lawsuit

NAACP Sues U.S. Department of Education Over DEI Program Funding Threats

NAACP and others challenge U.S. Education directives on DEI programs over funding threats, citing civil rights violations.

#naacp, #education, #civil rights, #dei, #lawsuit

NAACP Sues U.S. Department of Education Over DEI Program Restrictions

NAACP files lawsuit against U.S. Education Department for restricting DEI programs, arguing it undermines civil rights.

#naacp, #us department of education, #dei, #civil rights

TSA to Enforce REAL ID Act for Domestic Flights Starting May 2025

From May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers need REAL ID-compliant IDs for domestic flights as TSA enforces new security rules.

#tsa, #real id, #security, #travel, #identification

NAACP Sues U.S. Department of Education Over DEI Directives

NAACP files lawsuit against federal directives threatening DEI programs' funding, raising civil rights concerns in education.

#naacp, #education, #civil rights, #dei programs, #lawsuit

NAACP Sues U.S. Education Department Over Federal DEI Funding Restrictions

The NAACP sues the U.S. Education Department, challenging directives threatening DEI programs' funding.

#naacp, #u.s. department of education, #civil rights, #dei programs, #lawsuit

Jackson Park's Cherry Blossoms Reach Full Bloom After Two-Year Hiatus

Chicago's Jackson Park cherry blossoms are in full bloom, delighting visitors as the Hanami Festival approaches, highlighting Chicago-Japan ties.

#chicago, #cherry blossoms, #jackson park, #hanami festival

NAACP Files Lawsuit Against U.S. Education Department Over DEI Program Restrictions

NAACP sues U.S. Education Dept. over directives limiting DEI programs, citing civil rights violations. Legal battles loom over educational equity.

#naacp, #education, #civil rights, #lawsuit, #dei programs

Major Layoffs Hit U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights

The Trump administration cuts nearly half of OCR staff, raising concerns over civil rights handling in education.

#education, #civil rights, #trump administration, #layoffs, #office for civil rights

California Establishes First Black-Serving Institution Designation

California launches the Black-Serving Institution designation to promote equity in higher education, setting a national precedent.

#california, #higher education, #equity, #black students

Mass Layoffs at U.S. Department of Education Under Trump Administration

Trump's administration slashes workforce, raising concerns over civil rights enforcement as OCR offices close.

#education, #trump administration, #civil rights, #department of education