The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is intensifying its scrutiny of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at colleges, utilizing the False Claims Act to investigate potential civil fraud. This effort is part of a broader campaign by the Trump administration to address perceived issues within higher education, particularly focusing on allegations of antisemitism and the funding of DEI programs. Critics, including Trump himself, argue that this crackdown is necessary, but others contend that the approach overlooks the realities of where most students attend college and could jeopardize smaller institutions. Amid these investigations, concerns have been raised about the risks to federal aid for students at affected colleges.