Several educational institutions, notably George Mason University and Harvard, face federal investigations and pressure over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The U.S. Department of Education and Department of Justice allege that some policies at George Mason constitute unlawful discrimination based on race in hiring and promotion. In parallel, Harvard has implemented adjustments aligning with federal demands, including restructuring diversity offices and altering university partnerships. Legal developments on NIH grant funding related to DEI research further add to uncertainty around inclusion efforts, as the Supreme Court ruled on jurisdictional issues involving funding restoration.