Law School Accreditation
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EducationDepartment of Education Staff Recommends Ending ABA’s Law School Accreditation Monopoly
Sep 11, 2026
Federal education officials have recommended stripping the American Bar Association of its exclusive power to accredit law schools, citing compliance and governance concerns.
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EducationTrump Administration Moves to End ABA’s Exclusive Law School Accreditor Role
Aug 21, 2026
The Trump administration is seeking to end the American Bar Association’s exclusive authority to accredit U.S. law schools, citing concerns over political influence.
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Courts & LawHouse Republicans Press ABA on DEI and Partisanship at Oversight Hearing
Jul 23, 2026
The ABA holds a significant role in the U.S. legal system.