Supreme Court Ruling on Affirmative Action Sparks Backlash and Calls for Action

President Biden criticized the Supreme Court's conservative majority ruling that ended nearly 50 years of affirmative action in college admissions, stating that the court "is not a normal court." He emphasized the continued need for diversity and urged colleges and universities to consider the hardships faced by applicants in achieving diversity on their campuses. Biden proposed a new standard for colleges to take into account the adversity students have overcome when selecting among qualified applicants, including their lack of financial means.