Department of Education

Trump Shakeup Stops Most Work at Education Department’s Civil Rights Office

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The sudden removal of top officials from the Education Department’s civil rights office has thrown the agency into disarray, bringing most of its operations to a halt. Staffers are reportedly confused and demoralized, unsure of who is in charge or what their priorities should be. The shakeup, which came without warning, has left key investigations and enforcement actions in limbo, potentially jeopardizing the rights of students across the country.

Department of Education Releases Enforcement Guidance for Title IX

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The Department of Education has released new enforcement guidance for Title IX, the landmark civil rights law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in education. The guidance clarifies the department’s expectations for schools and colleges in investigating and responding to allegations of sexual misconduct. It also provides new resources for survivors of sexual assault and harassment. The guidance is a significant step forward in the department’s efforts to ensure that all students have access to a safe and equitable learning environment.