The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating several universities in California, including Stanford and the University of California campuses, regarding their admissions policies related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). This scrutiny is a part of a broader initiative led by the Trump administration to challenge affirmative action and claims of racial quotas in college admissions. Attorney General Bondi has also launched investigations into these institutions, highlighting concerns over potential violations of federal laws pertaining to race in admissions. The probes are seen as part of an anti-DEI campaign directed at major educational institutions.