Key Facts
• On August 7, President Trump signed a memorandum mandating data submission by universities.
• Universities receiving federal aid must provide data on race, academic records, and admissions.
• The U.S. Supreme Court ruled affirmative action unconstitutional in 2023.
• The Trump administration expanded data requirements to ensure no race-based preferences remain.
• Universities face corrective measures for delayed or inaccurate data submissions.
Summary
President Trump signed a memorandum on August 7 requiring U.S. universities receiving federal aid to submit detailed data on race, academic performance, and admissions processes. This move follows the 2023 Supreme Court ruling that deemed affirmative action unconstitutional. The administration aims to verify that race-based preferences are not being applied in admissions, addressing concerns over hidden racial indicators. Universities failing to comply with accurate and timely data submissions may face corrective actions.
