Accreditation
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EducationEducation Department Moves to Strip ABA Law School Accreditation Power
Aug 22, 2026
The Department of Education has begun proceedings to revoke the American Bar Association’s law school accrediting authority, citing regulatory violations and DEI.
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EducationU.S. Department of Education to Review ABA's Accreditation Power Amid Criticism
Jun 13, 2026
The U.S. Department of Education is set to review the American Bar Association's accreditation authority, facing criticism over its political influence in law.
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Courts & LawFlorida Ends American Bar Association's Grip On Law Schools
Jan 16, 2026
Florida's Supreme Court has ended the ABA's exclusive role in law school accreditation, aiming to enhance access to legal education and diversify perspectives.