The Education Department accesses civil rights gains under President Obama. Activists are preparing for rollbacks under Trump's administration.
Banning the box on college applications, "ensures that every young person has a shot," Valerie Jarrett, senior advisor to the President, said.
Several Republicans joined Democrats to confirm John King for education secretary. King's main task is implementing the sweeping new education law.
<strong>Lou Dobbs</strong> stepped down from his role as an advocacy anchor on <strong>CNN</strong> and will be replaced by <strong>John King</strong>. For more on this story continue reading.<!--more-->
