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Federal Court Upholds Race-Conscious Admissions at U.S. Naval Academy

A federal judge rules in favor of the Naval Academy's race-conscious admissions, emphasizing diversity's role in national security and military effectiveness.

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Updated: Dec 6th, 2024, 6:20 PM ET

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A federal court upheld the U.S. Naval Academy's race-conscious admissions policy, arguing that a diverse officer corps is crucial for national security. Judge Richard Bennett noted these admissions are designed to represent the demographics of the nation and are not solely based on race. This decision comes despite a Supreme Court ruling that generally prohibits race-based admissions in higher education but allowed potential military exceptions. The group Students for Fair Admissions plans to appeal, continuing its challenge against affirmative action policies.

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