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BREAKING: Dept. of Education Office for Civil Rights changes & what they mean for students

June 17. 2026


The U.S. Department of Education just gutted its Office for Civil Rights (OCR), moving the agency to the Justice Department in an unprecedented and illegal move.

For nearly 50 years, OCR has protected students from discrimination, harassment, and sexual violence. This dismantling will have devastating consequences. Watch my video above for more information.

The good news? We’re already pushing back at the state level and strategizing our federal response. Visit our Action Center to join the fight.

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