The Trump administration has taken legal action against Harvard University, filing a lawsuit on Friday that accuses the institution of failing to cooperate with a federal investigation. According to the Department of Justice, the university has been slow to provide requested documents and has refused to turn over information regarding its student admissions practices and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. The case has been filed in a federal court in Boston and raises significant questions about compliance with a Supreme Court ruling against race-based college admissions practices.

In the documents submitted to the court, DOJ attorneys argue that the materials sought are crucial for assessing whether Harvard is adhering to the recent Supreme Court decision that deemed race-based admissions unconstitutional. This legal battle is part of a broader tension between the Trump administration and higher education institutions, which have been criticized for perceived biases in their admissions processes. The government's scrutiny of Harvard's practices centers around its commitment to maintaining diversity on campus, which critics claim can disadvantage certain racial groups.

Harvard representatives have not yet responded to requests for comments from news agencies. This lawsuit follows an earlier attempt by the Trump administration to revoke funding from hundreds of Harvard researchers, alleging insufficient support for Jewish students. The implications of this lawsuit extend beyond Harvard, as it might set a precedent for how federal agencies interact with universities regarding admissions and diversity policies across the nation.