Trump administration launches investigation into CSU San Bernardino over alleged race-based Ph.D. preferences

The Trump administration has launched an investigation into California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) and 44 other universities for alleged violations of civil rights laws in doctoral admissions. The Department of Education’s probe targets schools affiliated with The Ph.D. Project, accusing them of racial preferences in their admissions processes. CSU officials have expressed cooperation with the investigation, emphasizing their commitment to non-discriminatory policies. The inquiry also affects universities in California and across the nation.