September 8, 2026 · Executive Power & Institutional Control

Well supported

ABA Repeals Law School Diversity Standard Under Trump Administration Pressure

The American Bar Association's law school accreditation council voted 10-6 on Sept. 8, 2026 to repeal Standard 206, which had required the roughly 200 law schools it accredits to show a commitment to diversity among...

January 24, 2025 · Executive Power & Institutional Control

Confirmed

Mass Firing of Inspectors General Removes Independent Watchdogs

On January 24, 2025, Trump abruptly dismissed at least 17 inspectors general across major federal departments without providing the 30-day advance notice and detailed, case-specific reasons to Congress that federal law...