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UCLA Medical School Investigated for Racial Discrimination in Admissions

The Justice Department has concluded that the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA illegally discriminated in its admissions process by considering race. The investigation revealed that highly qualified White and Asian applicants were denied admission in favor of Black and Hispanic students, raising significant concerns about bias and compliance with admissions laws. This finding follows previous reports and allegations from the Trump administration, highlighting a controversial use of race in university admissions that has sparked widespread discussion about fairness and equity in educational opportunities.
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