The Federal Trade Commission has accused the American Bar Association of holding a monopoly on law school accreditation in a letter to the Texas Supreme Court, which is considering reducing the ABA's oversight of legal education. The FTC states that the ABA's accreditation standards are rigid, costly, and elitist, thereby increasing the cost of legal education and limiting the number of qualified lawyers in Texas. The ABA has not responded to the letter.

When you find yourself in a high-pressure situation, instead of switching your mind into overdrive, Michel Koopman, the CEO and founder of CxO Coaching, suggests shifting into neutral, which entails being emotionally steady and calm. "It's not about avoidance. It's not about detachment. It's about presence: clear, calm and committed. And in the moments that matter most, that might be the clearest leadership signal you can send," Koopman writes.

President Donald Trump's policies on diversity, equity and inclusion could unintentionally disadvantage male college applicants, particularly white men, by ending gender-based admissions preferences. This could disrupt efforts by universities to maintain gender balance as more women enroll in higher education.

S&P Global Ratings has issued a negative outlook for US nonprofit colleges in 2026, citing federal policy changes, rising costs and competition for students. S&P expects weak operating margins and a higher rate of college closures, particularly among small, regional private institutions. The agency also notes potential financial disruptions from new revenue-sharing arrangements with college athletes. This aligns with Moody's negative outlook, which highlights similar challenges.