Elite Virginia high school's admissions policy under Trump admin scrutiny amid discrimination complaints

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Published Yesterday @ 7:51 PM

Education Secretary Linda McMahon defended the Trump administration during a House Committee hearing. The U.S. Department of Education is investigating Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Virginia over alleged discriminatory admissions practices against Asian students. The controversy started in 2020 when changes were made to promote diversity by eliminating standardized testing and application fees, and implementing a holistic review process. Virginia's Attorney General found reasonable cause for discrimination, prompting the investigation.