The Supreme Court has just ruled that ICE can legally racially profile. This ruling allows employees to be detained based on their appearance, language, or where they work. They don’t even need to determine citizenship status upfront. In some instances, employees have been detained during unannounced U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) workplace actions. Many may lack access to legal representation and could be held while their immigration status is questioned. Thi

In April 2025, Harvard University drew a line in the sand. Harvard rejected a federal ultimatum from the Trump administration demanding the dismantling of its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The administration threatened to freeze more than $2.2 billion in funding unless Harvard complied with directives to eliminate DEI initiatives, overhaul admissions, and restrict protest activity (The Guardian). It has catalyzed a nationwide response from higher education

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is under attack. Misinformation is spreading rapidly, funding is being slashed, and political pressures are forcing institutions to retreat. If DEI advocates don’t act now, these setbacks will only accelerate. The good news? You don’t have to fight this battle alone, or without the facts. The USC Race and Equity Center’s National DEI Defense Coalition is one resource that is providing the tools to do just that. The Coalition is a hub for

In February 2025, a collective of 16 state attorneys general released the Multi-State Guidance Concerning Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Employment Initiatives, a game-changing resource for organizations committed to building diverse, thriving workplaces. This guidance arrives at a pivotal moment, offering businesses in California, Massachusetts, Illinois, Arizona, and twelve other states clarity and confidence in their DEIA efforts—especially amid fed