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Federal judge dismisses lawsuit against Harvard over federal demand for admissions data

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Casey, M. (2026, November 2). Federal judge dismisses lawsuit against Harvard over federal demand for admissions data. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/news/world/united-states/federal-judge-dismisses-lawsuit-against-harvard-over-federal-demand-for-admissions-data/article_3a591b06-250d-5a20-9a0f-20cf118524cf.html

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A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit against Harvard University for not providing admissions data requested by the Justice Department. The department alleged that Harvard was obstructing an investigation into possible discriminatory practices in admissions, specifically related to affirmative action. Despite this claim, the court ruled in favor of Harvard, refusing to compel the university to produce the records.

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On November 2, US District Judge Myong Joun dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Trump administration against Harvard University, seeking to force the university to provide admissions records. The judge ruled that the Justice Department had failed to follow required procedures before filing the lawsuit and did not rule on the merits of the case. Harvard argued that the lawsuit was part of a broader campaign by the Republican president’s administration against affirmative action policies at Ivy League schools. The Justice Department filed its lawsuit in February, alleging that Harvard had "thwarted" efforts to investigate potential discrimination based on race in admissions practices. The judge's dismissal was without prejudice, meaning the government could file another suit if it addresses procedural issues.

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BOSTON (AP) — A federal judge on Monday dismissed a lawsuit against Harvard University over its alleged failure to provide admissions records that the Justice Department had demanded to ensure the Ivy League school stopped using affirmative action in admissions. asserted

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The Justice Department said Harvard had “thwarted” efforts to investigate potential discrimination. asserted

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It accused Harvard of refusing to comply with a federal investigation and asked a judge to order the university to turn over the records. asserted

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