The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a civil rights investigation into Ohio State University College of Medicine’s admissions policies, requesting detailed applicant data amid heightened scrutiny of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives following the Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling against affirmative action. Led by Harmeet Dhillon, a conservative activist heading the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division, the inquiry reflects a broader crackdown on DEI policies at several universities. Separately, the DOJ and Department of Homeland Security are finalizing a controversial agreement to share sensitive voter registration data for immigration and criminal investigations, raising privacy and legal concerns.
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Fox News has sent a cease-and-desist letter to former star anchor Tucker Carlson, alleging that he breached his contract by launching a new show on Twitter. Carlson's lawyer has responded to the network's decision, calling it "the most catastrophic programming decision in the history of the cable news industry" and vowing that her client will not be silenced. The situation is ongoing, with the outcome yet to be determined.
Key takeaways: Ronna McDaniel was re-elected to a fourth term as chairwoman of the Republican National Committee McDaniel has been chairwoman since 2017 and has…
Ronna McDaniel was reelected as chairwoman of the Republican National Committee on Friday, winning 111 votes in a three-way race. She had previously been appointed to the role by former President Donald Trump in 2017 and had served as chairwoman of the Michigan Republican Party. The RNC's decision to reelect McDaniel will ensure continuity in the party's operations through the next presidential election and the congressional elections in 2024.
The Republican National Committee will decide the fate of its chairperson on Friday, with current Chair Ronna McDaniel facing a challenge from Trump attorney Harmeet Dhillon. Rebel factions inside the MAGA movement have lined up behind Dhillon, citing the need for “new blood” in the RNC. The outcome of the RNC chair election will be a major indicator of the direction of the Republican Party going into the 2024 presidential election, with the vote being held in a secret ballot at the committee’s winter meeting in Southern California.
Ronna McDaniel and Harmeet Dhillon are vying for the role of RNC chairperson, a decision that will reflect the current divisions within the GOP and provide insight into the party's direction for the 2024 election cycle. The election results will be announced on Friday.