The White House has issued a sharp rebuke to Duke University amid allegations of systemic racial discrimination within the prestigious institution. The administration called for urgent reforms to address what it described as "deeply troubling" practices.
Growing Scrutiny on Duke
Recent reports have highlighted multiple incidents of racial bias at Duke, including disparities in admissions, faculty hiring, and student treatment. Advocacy groups have long raised concerns, but the White House's intervention marks a significant escalation.
White House Demands Action
In an official statement, the administration urged Duke to implement comprehensive anti-discrimination measures. "Educational institutions must be bastions of equality," the statement read. "Systemic racism has no place in America's universities."
University Responds
Duke officials acknowledged the criticism, pledging to review policies and engage with affected communities. However, some student activists argue the response lacks concrete commitments.
The controversy comes as racial equity in higher education remains a heated national debate, with several elite universities facing similar scrutiny.
