The president of the University of Virginia has stepped down under pressure from the Trump administration amid a Justice Department investigation into its diversity, equity and inclusion practices. The abrupt resignation of President James Ryan on Friday came after the Justice Department threatened to block all federal funds to UVA if Ryan remained in office. That’s despite the fact that the university’s governing board voted last March to close its DEI office and end all diversity policies in admissions, employment and financial aid.
University of Virginia President Resigns Amid Trump Administration Attacks over DEI
HeadlineJun 30, 2025

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