Justice Department ends decades-old Louisiana school desegregation order | CNN

Key Action: DOJ Ends Desegregation Order

The Justice Department ended a 1966 school desegregation order in Louisiana's Plaquemines Parish, citing it as a "historical wrong." This action, taken by the Trump administration, reflects a broader desire within the department to withdraw from similar orders.

Arguments For and Against

Supporters argue the order was outdated and unnecessary, placing an undue burden on schools. Opponents, including civil rights activists, counter that the move ignores ongoing segregation issues in many districts. They point to research indicating a rapid increase in resegregation following the termination of such orders.

Ongoing Concerns

The decision raises concerns about the future of desegregation efforts nationwide. More than 130 school systems remain under such orders, primarily in Southern states. The article highlights instances where such orders have been invoked to address current issues of segregation and educational inequities.

• The NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund utilized a consent decree to address meal service disruptions and health risks faced by Black students.

Experts warn that ending these orders would signal a shift in priorities, abandoning the fight for racial equality in education.