An unfinalized State Department list reportedly identifies 38 institutions that could lose partnerships over alleged diversity, equity and inclusion hiring practices. The move, aligned with the administration’s anti‑DEI agenda, would affect exchange programs, diplomatic training collaborations and other international engagements that rely on State Department partnerships. University leaders warned that removing institutions from federal networks over internal personnel policies could disrupt research cooperation and student mobility. The developing policy raises stakes for compliance and raises questions about the criteria and appeal processes for institutions flagged by the government.