The IRS and the Treasury Department have introduced new proposals that could strip tax-exempt status from thousands of private schools and universities that implement diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies or consider race in their admissions processes. The Trump administration is leading the charge against institutions believed to engage in racially discriminatory practices, targeting those that provide aid to minority students or evaluate applicants based on race. This move has raised concerns among educators and advocates who argue that such actions may hinder efforts to expand educational opportunities for historically underrepresented groups. Should these proposals be enacted, up to 18,000 private schools could be affected, and the educational landscape may face significant changes.