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Trump administration abandons disability rights enforcement after state lawsuits
Original: After states sue, Trump administration walks away from disability rights enforcement
The Trump administration has withdrawn from enforcing disability rights protections following lawsuits filed by states, according to Stateline. The move means federal oversight of disability rights compliance may weaken, leaving advocates concerned about protections for people with disabilities in areas like education, housing, and public services. The decision has drawn criticism from civil rights groups who argue federal enforcement is essential to upholding the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Why now: New reporting that the federal government is stepping back from disability rights enforcement amid litigation from states raises concerns among disability advocates.
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