DOJ accuses Yale and UCLA medical schools of discriminating against white and Asian applicants

STAT NewsMay 15, 2026
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The Justice Department has accused Yale and UCLA medical schools of illegally discriminating against white and Asian applicants, following a Supreme Court ruling that prohibited affirmative action in admissions. The allegations highlight concerns over admissions practices that may favor Black and Hispanic applicants despite the ruling, citing disparities in test scores and GPAs among different racial groups. This scrutiny reflects ongoing debates about equity and fairness in medical school admissions.

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