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And the department enforces civil rights law designed to prevent race or sex-based discrimination in federally funded schools.

He said he believed the case was currently in an "investigation phase" by the European Commission - the executive body of the European Union which develops and enforces laws for its member states.

“The Department enforces strict policies against retaliation, harassment, and discrimination, and does not tolerate such conduct,” the statement said.

The Office for Civil Rights enforces federal laws prohibiting discrimination in educational programs or activities that receive federal funding.

The attorney general serves as the head of the Department of Justice, which enforces federal laws.