A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Trump administration’s Department of Justice against Minnesota over its laws allowing undocumented students to access in-state tuition and state financial aid at public colleges. The suit was part of broader actions against seven states with similar policies. The dismissal upholds Minnesota’s state-level decisions on higher education access.
Key Points
- Trump-era DOJ sued seven states, including Minnesota, over in-state tuition for undocumented students.
- The lawsuit claimed these policies violated federal immigration laws.
- A judge dismissed the case, preserving state authority on tuition and aid eligibility.
Implications for Educational Freedom
This ruling reduces federal government overreach into state education policies, potentially empowering states to innovate in higher education access and aligning with EFI’s emphasis on limiting federal interference in educational freedom. However, it has limited direct impact on K-12 school choice or parental rights.
Source: DOJ lawsuit dismissed over Minnesota tuition and aid laws for undocumented students
