racial discrimination
Coverage of racial discrimination in the Nexus archive.
- Congo files an ICJ case against Rwanda over decades of violence in eastern Congo
Congo filed an ICJ case against Rwanda, accusing it of violating international conventions on genocide, discrimination, and torture through decades of violence in eastern Congo. The conflict, involving Rwandan-backed groups like M23, has caused severe humanitarian crises, with the U.S. recently sanctioning a Rwanda-based gold refinery linked to M23. This is Congo's third ICJ attempt, following dismissed cases in 2001 and 2006.
- Trump education department investigates Cherry Creek district over alleged racial discrimination
The U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights is investigating Cherry Creek School District over allegations of racial discrimination in programs, student clubs, and class assignments. The investigation is part of a broader Trump administration effort targeting policies supporting students of color or LGBTQ students. The district disputes the allegations, stating it has not yet received the complaint.
- The Supreme Court’s Latest Blow to Black Voters’ Rights
The Supreme Court issued an unsigned order in an Alabama case that effectively rewards the state for actions a lower court previously described as 'intentional racial discrimination.' The decision is framed as a setback for Black voters' rights.
- State Department steps into British political storm over Henry Nowak’s murder
The State Department is involved in a UK criminal case involving questions about racial discrimination weaponization, linked to the December 2025 death of 18-year-old Henry Nowak. The case highlights the Trump administration’s focus on culture wars and accusations of prejudice against white people.
- DOJ opens 15 new investigations into medical schools’ admissions
The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced civil rights investigations into 15 medical schools over alleged racial discrimination in admissions. The probes focus on whether the schools, which receive federal funding, used race-conscious admissions practices.
- Supreme Court sides with Black death row inmate in jury selection racial discrimination case
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Black death row inmate who claimed racial discrimination in the jury-selection process before his trial. The decision addresses allegations of racial bias during jury selection.
- California defeats Tesla's attempt to throw out racial discrimination lawsuit
A California judge has dismissed Tesla's motion to dismiss a racial discrimination lawsuit filed by the California Civil Rights Department (CRD). The case, alleging widespread discrimination at Tesla's Fremont factory, will proceed to trial in July 2024, with claims dating back to June 2018.
- Alabama pushes US Supreme Court to approve congressional map for midterms
Alabama Republicans are urging the US Supreme Court to approve a congressional map previously rejected in 2023 for racial discrimination. The map is being reconsidered ahead of the 2024 midterm elections.
- Redistricting ruling roils Supreme Court with corruption, bias claims
The Supreme Court's recent decision permitting congressional redistricting after midterm primary voting has begun has drawn accusations of corruption, racial discrimination, and concerns over the court's impartiality, potentially exacerbating racial divisions.
- White developer sues Baltimore mayor, city council claiming he was fired because of his race
A white male city developer in Baltimore, Andrew C. Freeman, sued Mayor Brandon M. Scott, the city council, and East Baltimore Development Inc. (EBDI) for racial discrimination, alleging he was fired after his 2024 promotion due to his race in a predominantly Black workplace. The lawsuit claims EBDI's CEO Cheryl Y. Washington admitted to firing him under pressure from the mayor's office to prioritize Black women in leadership roles.