A national medical accreditor is considering revisions that would scale back explicit requirements for teaching health inequities in medical school curricula. Inside Higher Ed reports the deliberations come amid heightened federal scrutiny of accreditation and political pressure on diversity, equity and inclusion policies. The discussion follows U.S. Department of Education activity on accreditation rulemaking and has prompted concern among medical educators about shifting expectations for clinical training and public‑health competencies. Leaders cited in coverage include accreditor officials and higher‑education observers who say the move responds to both political winds and questions about the balance between professional standards and federal oversight. Advocates for health‑equities training warn that weakening requirements could narrow competencies that prepare physicians to address social determinants of health. The accreditor’s next steps will affect curricula, reporting obligations, and how schools demonstrate compliance during reviews.