A federal judge ruled on July 15, 2026, that a high-speed internet grant program established under President Biden's administration unconstitutionally considered race in its funding allocation decisions. U.S. District Judge John Bates referenced the Supreme Court's ruling that invalidated affirmative action in higher education admissions as part of his decision.
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Federal Judge Rules Biden Internet Grant Program Unconstitutional
On July 15, 2026, a federal judge determined that a high-speed internet grant program initiated by President Biden violated constitutional principles by using race as a criterion for fund distribution. The ruling referenced a recent Supreme Court decision regarding affirmative action in higher education.
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Judge rules Biden-era internet grant program unconstitutionally prioritized racial minorities
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Federal Judge Rules Biden Internet Grant Program Unconstitutional