The Supreme Court just made a unanimous decision that rejects special legal standards for discrimination claims brought by majority groups, like white Americans. This ruling aligns with Justice Clarence Thomas's long-held belief that U.S. law should protect individual rights, not group-based entitlements—effectively dealing a blow to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) frameworks that rely on group distinctions.

Editor’s Note: This isn't just a legal technicality—it's a big shift in how discrimination is interpreted. By emphasizing individual rights over group-based protections, the Court is reshaping the playing field for DEI efforts, which often rely on recognizing systemic disadvantages faced by certain groups. Whether you see this as a win for fairness or a setback for equity likely depends on your perspective, but either way, it’s going to ripple through workplaces, schools, and policies nationwide.