Overview

• Federal investigators concluded George Mason University used race and other immutable characteristics in hiring and promotion, violating Title VI.
• Officials proposed a six‑condition Resolution Agreement that includes a public statement, a personal apology from President Gregory Washington, revised hiring policies, annual non‑discrimination training, and government access to records.
• GMU was told to decide within 10 days or risk potential loss of federal funding if it declines to comply with the agreement.
• Acting Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights Craig Trainor said Washington led unlawful DEI initiatives and created an atmosphere of surveillance around hiring decisions.
• The Justice Department’s separate employment probe remains active, while GMU’s president denies wrongdoing and the Board of Visitors says it is reviewing the proposed steps and cooperating with federal inquiries.