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What happened: Robin Rue Simmons is expanding Evanston, Illinois' municipal reparations program, which began as a $25,000 housing grant for Black residents harmed by discriminatory housing policies, to more than 100 communities. Why it matters: The administration's campaign against DEI programs and race-based initiatives has prompted some institutions to reconsider or scale back reparations work, and the Justice Department argues such programs are unconstitutional and violate federal civil rights laws. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

Robin Rue Simmons is expanding Evanston, Illinois' municipal reparations program, which began as a $25,000 housing grant for Black residents harmed by discriminatory housing policies, to more than 100 communities.

The administration's campaign against DEI programs and race-based initiatives has prompted some institutions to reconsider or scale back reparations work, and the Justice Department argues such programs are unconstitutional and violate federal civil rights laws.