Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Over Harvard Admissions Data

A federal judge in Boston has dismissed a lawsuit against Harvard University. The case involved Harvard's alleged refusal to provide admissions data requested by the U.S. Department of Justice.

The Justice Department had sought these records to investigate whether Harvard continued using affirmative action in its admissions process. They accused the university of obstructing their inquiry.

With the dismissal, the legal challenge over Harvard's compliance with federal demands for admissions information comes to an end. The ruling means Harvard will not be compelled to share the requested data.

This decision closes a chapter in the ongoing debate about admissions policies and potential discrimination at Ivy League schools.