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ABA Drops Diversity Rule Amid Political Pressure
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The American Bar Association is poised to scrap a controversial diversity rule after facing mounting pressure — especially from conservatives who accused it of pushing a liberal agenda. Under Trump-era scrutiny, federal agencies rolled back DEI standards, forcing the ABA to defend its neutrality. Critics long claimed the organization abandoned impartiality, and this vote — 10 to 4 in favor of repeal — signals a major retreat. The move aims to simplify accreditation and preserve national unity, fearing a fractured system would harm students. The full House of Delegates will vote this summer — and this decision could reshape law school standards across the country.
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