The U.S. Department of Education is conducting widespread investigations into numerous universities across the country for potential violations related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The Trump administration has notably initiated probes into 45 institutions, including the University of Oregon, University of North Texas, Rice University, and others, for alleged race-exclusionary practices and racial discrimination. Additionally, schools such as UC Berkeley, Towson University, and Ohio State University are among those facing scrutiny for their DEI initiatives. The investigations come amid a broader crackdown on college and university funding linked to DEI efforts, raising questions about racial preferences in educational settings. As confusion arises over the scope of these investigations, many institutions are reassessing their programs to comply with federal scrutiny.