The Education Department announced Friday that it found George Mason University in violation of Title VI due to “unlawful DEI policies.” The department said George Mason University (GMU) used race and other immutable characteristics in hiring and promotion practices at the institution.

The Education Department says George Mason violated Title VI by using race-based hiring practices. The complaint accuses President Gregory Washington of prioritizing diversity over qualifications. GMU has 10 days to accept a resolution agreement that includes apology and policy overhaul.