"UT Austin Students Protest DEI Layoffs Amid Texas Ban"

University of Texas at Austin students protested the school's decision to lay off nearly 60 employees working in diversity, equity, and inclusion-related positions, in compliance with a Texas law banning DEI efforts at higher education institutions. The layoffs have sparked backlash from students, faculty, and staff, who are demanding transparency, accountability, and a reversal of the firings. Critics argue that the layoffs disproportionately impact people of color and marginalized communities, and have led to the closure of vital student support programs. The protests reflect broader concerns about the impact of the state law on higher education institutions in Texas.