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Scottish Sun
7 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
The most X-rated music award moments EVER…from stripper poles & lesbian romps to A-lister storm after live TV boob flash
One male star performed with his butt cheeks exposed BUM NOTES The most X-rated music award moments EVER…from stripper poles & lesbian romps to A-lister storm after live TV boob flash Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) J-LO is no stranger to making headlines - and her performance last night certainly set tongues wagging, literally. Hosting the American Music Awards in Las Vegas, the 55-year-old proved she's moved on from ex-hubby Ben Affleck by kissing not one, but three of her dancers - men and women - during a racy routine. 33 Jennifer Lopez turned heads when she hosted the American Music Awards last night Credit: Getty 33 She shocked fans when she shared a steamy smooch with a female dancer Credit: Getty 33 JLo also locked lips with a male dancer, sending social media into a meltdown Credit: Getty The surprise snogs happened as the mother-of-two writhed on stage to Teddy Swims' Lose Control during a medley of hits by the night's nominees, and sparked a flurry of comments on social media. Some branded Jennifer's performance "embarrassing" while others questioned whether she'd "lost the plot" - but it's hardly unusual for music awards show performances to throw up some unforgettable moments. From Prince's eyebrow-raising outfit to boob flashes and a surprise lap dance, we reveal the most X-rated from over the years. Destiny's Child's lap dance Destiny's Child are one of the most successful girl groups of all time, known for anthems like Independent Women and Survivor. And the band turned in an unforgettable performance at the 2005 BET Awards. While performing their hit single Cater 2 U, dressed in figure-hugging gold ensembles featuring plunging necklines, Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams shocked the audience by venturing into the crowd. They hand-selected rapper Nelly, NBA legend Magic Johnson and actor Terrence Howard and brought them up on stage. The trio then performed an impromptu lap dance, sending the audience wild and leaving Terrence in a trance-like state. 33 Destiny's Child shocked fans when they pulled three male stars on stage Credit: Getty 33 Beyonce left Terrence Howard in a trance-like state with her sultry moves Credit: Getty 33 Michelle Williams showed off her incredible figure while gyrating on Magic Johnson Credit: Getty Three-way kiss shocker The 2003 MTV VMAs delivered an unforgettable opener when Madonna shared passionate snogs with Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera during a performance of her hits Like a Virgin and Hollywood. After the pop queen locked lips with Britney, the cameras quickly panned to Justin Timberlake, who looked less than impressed by his ex's antics. Jennifer Lopez slammed by fans over 'embarrassing' American Music Awards kiss with female dancer 33 Madonna planted a kiss on Britney Spears at the MTV VMAs in 2003 Credit: Getty 33 The cameras caught the reaction of Britney's ex, Justin Timberlake, during the moment Credit: Wenn 33 Audiences at home didn't see that Madonna also kissed Christina Credit: AFP It meant viewers at home then missed the second kiss between Madge and Christina. The provocative display, with Britney and Christina both clad in white lace corsets in a nod to Madonna's legendary 1984 VMA performance, sparked headlines worldwide and became one of the most talked about in awards show history. Interestingly, Jennifer Lopez was initially slated to be part of the trio but she had to bow out due to filming commitments. Miley's wardrobe malfunction 33 Miley Cyrus caused a stir when she exposed her breast on live TV 33 The former Disney star was hosting the 2015 VMAs Credit: Getty Images - Getty Hosting the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards, Miley Cyrus pushed boundaries with her risqué outfits. But it was a backstage blunder that stole the spotlight. While she was changing behind a curtain, cameras caught a glimpse of Miley's bare breast. Ever the consummate professional, the pop star quipped: "Oh, what's happening? Oh sorry, my t*t's out?" before the feed swiftly cut away. The Parents Television Council wasn't amused, slamming the show for its "blatant sexualisation". Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's WAP 33 Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B shocked fans with their performance of WAP Credit: Getty 33 The pair performed seductive dance moves on each other during their set Credit: Getty The 2021 Grammy Awards saw Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion bring their hit WAP to life in a performance that was anything but subtle. With a giant stiletto heel doubling as a stripper pole and a massive bed as their stage, the duo delivered a routine filled with twerking and suggestive choreography. Host Trevor Noah humorously warned viewers: 'If you have small children in the room, just tell them it's a song about giving a cat a bath." Sabrina Carpenter scorches Brits 33 Sabrina Carpenter's performance at the Brit Awards was called a soft-core porn show Credit: Getty 33 The performance led to several Ofcom complaints, with many saying it was tacky Credit: Getty Sabrina Carpenter's 2025 Brit Awards performance was dubbed "soft porn" by some viewers. Starting in a provocative soldier outfit, she stripped down to red lingerie and fishnet stockings, dancing on a giant pink bed alongside dancers dressed as the King's Guards. The raunchy routine led to complaints to Ofcom, with critics calling it "cheap" and "tacky". Jade Thirlwall's knicker flash 33 Jade Thirlwall was left red-faced on the 2017 Brit Awards red carpet Credit: Getty 33 An assistant was on hand to ensure the disaster didn't repeat itself Credit: Lia Toby/WENN Little Mix's Jade Thirlwall knows how to bring the heat, but at the 2017 Brits she accidentally brought a little too much. During the group's appearance on the red carpet, Jade suffered a wardrobe malfunction when the huge slit in her long white gown flashed her knickers to the crowd. The star was left red-faced but luckily an assistant was on standby to preserve her modesty. Britney's python 33 Britney Spears' set remains one of the most iconic award show performances Credit: Getty 33 The popstar shed her girl-next-door image during the performance Credit: Getty Britney Spears' steamy 2001 VMA performance of I'm a Slave 4 U is still burned into pop culture history. Dressed in a skimpy bikini top and hot pants, the pop princess strutted onto the stage with a huge live yellow python draped sensually around her neck. Ditching her girl-next-door image, her breathy vocals and erotic dance moves created an unforgettable spectacle that cemented her status as the millennium's ultimate pop icon. Geri's nip-slip 33 Geri Halliwell appeared to be spilling out of her red gown at the Brit Awards in 1997 Credit: Getty 33 She was seen holding her boobs in place after the band's acceptance speech Credit: Getty Spice Girl Geri Horner's no stranger to stealing the spotlight from her bandmates, as her infamous Union Jack dress proved. Viewers copped an eyeful when, during the group's acceptance speech for winning Best Album at the Brits in 1997, Geri's boob popped out of her strapless dress. Red-faced Ginger Spice was then seen clutching her boobs as she walked off stage. Diana Ross' boob jiggle 33 Lil Kim appeared on stage with her left boob exposed at the 1999 VMAs Credit: Getty 33 Music legend Diana Ross couldn't help but to jiggle her boobs Credit: MTV Hip hop legend Lil Kim turned heads at the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards in a lavender jumpsuit with one breast boldly exposed, covered only by a sequined nipple pastie. While sharing the stage with Mary J. Blige and the legendary Diana Ross, jaws dropped when the Baby Love singer playfully jiggled Kim's exposed boob. The moment sparked laughter and instantly became one of the VMAs' most talked-about moments. Prince's bare butt 33 Prince gave fans more than they bargained for when he turned to expose his bare butt Credit: MTV 33 The singer was performing at the MTV VMAs back in 1991 Credit: Getty The Purple Rain singer pushed boundaries at the 1991 MTV VMAs. During his performance of Gett Off, he shocked the audience with his choice of outfit. The yellow lace costume featured cheeky cutouts revealing his bare buttocks. The daring ensemble, by Prince's costume designer Stacia Lang, used illusion fabrics to suggest nudity, creating a buzz that overshadowed even the pyrotechnics on stage. Christina Aguilera's nun striptease 33 Christina made her entrance in a nun's habit before stripping off to reveal her racy outfit Credit: Getty 33 Christina turned up the heat while hosting the MTV EMAs Credit: Getty Hosting the 2003 MTV Europe Music Awards, Christina Aguilera took audiences on a provocative journey. She began the show dressed as a nun, accompanied by a choir, before stripping off to perform her track Dirrty dressed in a low cut swimsuit with leather chaps. Christina - who was hosting the awards and won Best Female Artist - then debuted a series of risqué ensembles for the rest of the show. Eva Longoria's Bikini Moment 33 Eva Longoria set tongues wagging when she went on stage to introduce Mariah Carey Credit: Getty 33 The star looked sensational in her pink bikini Credit: Getty Desperate Housewives star Eva Longoria set pulses racing at the 2005 MTV Video Music Awards when she rocked up on stage in nothing but a tiny pink bikini. The pint-sized actress strutted out to introduce pop queen Mariah Carey with a cheeky smile and sky-high heels - but it was her barely-there outfit that had jaws on the floor. She said: "I wasn't going to let a little hurricane stop me from wearing my bathing suit." To top it all, she came out to a Pussycat Dolls song with the lyrics: "Don't you wish your girlfriend was hot like me?" Sam and Kim's devilish duet 33 Sam Smith shocked fans with their devil themed performance Credit: Getty 33 The theme was kept the same on the red carpet as Sam was flanked by dancers Credit: Getty Sam Smith and Kim Petras turned up the heat at the 2023 Grammys with their performance of Unholy. Sam donned a red latex outfit complete with devil horns, while Kim sang from inside a cage, surrounded by flames and dancers in red sheaths. The fiery display was introduced by Madonna, who herself carried a riding crop on stage. JLo's Jungle Dress 33 Jennifer Lopez dropped jaws with her 2000 Grammy Awards frock Credit: Getty When Jennifer Lopez showed up at the 2000 Grammy Awards in a plunging green Versace dress, she became an instant fashion legend. The sheer, tropical-print gown, with a neckline extending past her navel, captivated audiences and reportedly led to the creation of Google Images due to the surge in search interest. Despite initial reservations from her stylist, JLo's bold choice solidified her status as a style icon.
The Irish Sun
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
The most X-rated music award moments EVER…from stripper poles & lesbian romps to A-lister storm after live TV boob flash
J-LO is no stranger to making headlines - and her performance last night certainly set tongues wagging, literally. Hosting the American Music Awards in Las Vegas, the 55-year-old proved she's moved on from ex-hubby 33 Jennifer Lopez turned heads when she hosted the American Music Awards last night Credit: Getty 33 She shocked fans when she shared a steamy smooch with a female dancer Credit: Getty 33 JLo also locked lips with a male dancer, sending social media into a meltdown Credit: Getty The surprise snogs happened as the mother-of-two writhed on stage to Some branded From Prince's eyebrow-raising outfit to boob flashes and a surprise lap dance, we reveal the most X-rated from over the years. Destiny's Child's lap dance Destiny's Child are one of the most successful girl groups of all time, known for anthems like Independent Women and Survivor. READ MORE FEATURES And the band turned in an unforgettable performance at the 2005 BET Awards. While performing their hit single Cater 2 U, dressed in figure-hugging gold ensembles featuring plunging necklines, Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams shocked the audience by venturing into the crowd. They hand-selected rapper The trio then performed an impromptu lap dance, sending the audience wild and leaving Terrence in a trance-like state. Most read in Celebrity 33 Destiny's Child shocked fans when they pulled three male stars on stage Credit: Getty 33 Beyonce left Terrence Howard in a trance-like state with her sultry moves Credit: Getty 33 Michelle Williams showed off her incredible figure while gyrating on Magic Johnson Credit: Getty Three-way kiss shocker The 2003 MTV VMAs delivered an unforgettable opener when Madonna shared passionate snogs with Britney Spears and After the pop queen locked lips with Britney, the cameras quickly panned to Jennifer Lopez slammed by fans over 'embarrassing' American Music Awards kiss with female dancer 33 Madonna planted a kiss on Britney Spears at the MTV VMAs in 2003 Credit: Getty 33 The cameras caught the reaction of Britney's ex, Justin Timberlake, during the moment Credit: Wenn 33 Audiences at home didn't see that Madonna also kissed Christina Credit: AFP It meant viewers at home then missed the second kiss between Madge and Christina. The provocative display, with Britney and Christina both clad in white lace corsets in a nod to Madonna's legendary 1984 VMA performance, sparked headlines worldwide and became one of the most talked about in awards show history. Interestingly, Jennifer Lopez was initially slated to be part of the trio but she had to bow out due to filming commitments. Miley's wardrobe malfunction 33 Miley Cyrus caused a stir when she exposed her breast on live TV 33 The former Disney star was hosting the 2015 VMAs Credit: Getty Images - Getty Hosting the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards, Miley Cyrus pushed boundaries with her risqué outfits. But it was a backstage blunder that stole the spotlight. While she was changing behind a curtain, cameras caught a glimpse of Miley's bare breast. Ever the consummate professional, the pop star quipped: "Oh, what's happening? Oh sorry, my t*t's out?" before the feed swiftly cut away. The Parents Television Council wasn't amused, slamming the show for its "blatant sexualisation". Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's WAP 33 Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B shocked fans with their performance of WAP Credit: Getty 33 The pair performed seductive dance moves on each other during their set Credit: Getty The 2021 Grammy Awards saw With a giant stiletto heel doubling as a stripper pole and a massive bed as their stage, the duo delivered a routine filled with twerking and suggestive choreography. Host Trevor Noah humorously warned viewers: 'If you have small children in the room, just tell them it's a song about giving a cat a bath." Sabrina Carpenter scorches Brits 33 Sabrina Carpenter's performance at the Brit Awards was called a soft-core porn show Credit: Getty 33 The performance led to several Ofcom complaints, with many saying it was tacky Credit: Getty Sabrina Carpenter's 2025 Brit Awards performance was dubbed " Starting in a provocative soldier outfit, she stripped down to red lingerie and fishnet stockings, dancing on a giant pink bed alongside dancers dressed as the King's Guards. The raunchy routine led to complaints to Ofcom, with critics calling it "cheap" and "tacky". Jade Thirlwall's knicker flash 33 Jade Thirlwall was left red-faced on the 2017 Brit Awards red carpet Credit: Getty 33 An assistant was on hand to ensure the disaster didn't repeat itself Credit: Lia Toby/WENN Little Mix's Jade Thirlwall knows how to bring the heat, but at the 2017 Brits she accidentally brought a little too much. During the group's appearance on the red carpet, Jade suffered a wardrobe malfunction when the huge slit in her long white gown flashed her knickers to the crowd. The star was left red-faced but luckily an assistant was on standby to preserve her modesty. Britney's python 33 Britney Spears' set remains one of the most iconic award show performances Credit: Getty 33 The popstar shed her girl-next-door image during the performance Credit: Getty Britney Spears' steamy 2001 VMA performance of I'm a Slave 4 U is still burned into pop culture history. Dressed in a skimpy bikini top and hot pants, the pop princess strutted onto the stage with a huge live yellow python draped sensually around her neck. Ditching her girl-next-door image, her breathy vocals and erotic dance moves created an unforgettable spectacle that cemented her status as the millennium's ultimate pop icon. Geri's nip-slip 33 Geri Halliwell appeared to be spilling out of her red gown at the Brit Awards in 1997 Credit: Getty 33 She was seen holding her boobs in place after the band's acceptance speech Credit: Getty Spice Girl Geri Horner's no stranger to stealing the spotlight from her bandmates, as her infamous Union Jack dress proved. Viewers copped an eyeful when, during the group's acceptance speech for winning Best Album at the Brits in 1997, Geri's boob popped out of her strapless dress. Red-faced Ginger Spice was then seen clutching her boobs as she walked off stage. Diana Ross' boob jiggle 33 Lil Kim appeared on stage with her left boob exposed at the 1999 VMAs Credit: Getty 33 Music legend Diana Ross couldn't help but to jiggle her boobs Credit: MTV Hip hop legend Lil Kim turned heads at the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards in a lavender jumpsuit with one breast boldly exposed, covered only by a sequined nipple pastie. While sharing the stage with Mary J. Blige and the legendary Diana Ross, jaws dropped when the Baby Love singer playfully jiggled Kim's exposed boob. The moment sparked laughter and instantly became one of the VMAs' most talked-about moments. Prince's bare butt 33 Prince gave fans more than they bargained for when he turned to expose his bare butt Credit: MTV 33 The singer was performing at the MTV VMAs back in 1991 Credit: Getty The Purple Rain singer pushed boundaries at the 1991 MTV VMAs. During his performance of Gett Off, he shocked the audience with his choice of outfit. The yellow lace costume featured cheeky cutouts revealing his bare buttocks. The daring ensemble, by Prince's costume designer Stacia Lang, used illusion fabrics to suggest nudity, creating a buzz that overshadowed even the pyrotechnics on stage. Christina Aguilera's nun striptease 33 Christina made her entrance in a nun's habit before stripping off to reveal her racy outfit Credit: Getty 33 Christina turned up the heat while hosting the MTV EMAs Credit: Getty Hosting the 2003 MTV Europe Music Awards, She began the show dressed as a nun, accompanied by a choir, before stripping off to perform her track Dirrty dressed in a low cut swimsuit with leather chaps. Christina - who was hosting the awards and won Best Female Artist - then debuted a series of risqué ensembles for the rest of the show. Eva Longoria's Bikini Moment 33 Eva Longoria set tongues wagging when she went on stage to introduce Mariah Carey Credit: Getty 33 The star looked sensational in her pink bikini Credit: Getty Desperate Housewives star The pint-sized actress strutted out to introduce pop queen Mariah Carey with a cheeky smile and sky-high heels - but it was her barely-there outfit that had jaws on the floor. She said: "I wasn't going to let a little hurricane stop me from wearing my bathing suit." To top it all, she came out to a Pussycat Dolls song with the lyrics: "Don't you wish your girlfriend was hot like me?" Sam and Kim's devilish duet 33 Sam Smith shocked fans with their devil themed performance Credit: Getty 33 The theme was kept the same on the red carpet as Sam was flanked by dancers Credit: Getty Sam donned a red latex outfit complete with devil horns, while Kim sang from inside a cage, surrounded by flames and dancers in red sheaths. The fiery display was introduced by Madonna, who herself carried a riding crop on stage. JLo's Jungle Dress 33 Jennifer Lopez dropped jaws with her 2000 Grammy Awards frock Credit: Getty When Jennifer Lopez showed up at the 2000 Grammy Awards in a plunging The sheer, tropical-print gown, with a neckline extending past her navel, captivated audiences and reportedly led to the creation of Google Images due to the surge in search interest. Despite initial reservations from her stylist, JLo's bold choice solidified her status as a style icon. 33 The dress positioned Jennifer as a style icon and became one of the most talked-about red carpet dresses Credit: Getty
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Trump moves to tackle school discipline, but advocates divided on federal approach to classroom issue
President Trump is shining a spotlight on the issue of school discipline, which is closely related to the growing problems of learning loss and falling test scores, though it's unclear how much can be done about classroom behavior from the federal level. As part of a recent list of moves on education, Trump signed an executive order to create new federal school discipline guidance for K-12 institutions, with those in school leadership positions saying the problem has grown steadily worse since the 2020 pandemic. While parents and educators agree something needs to be done, satisfying solutions for all parties are hard to find. 'This is long overdue,' said Neeraja Deshpande, policy analyst and engagement coordinator at Independent Women. 'I see this as a really good sign, that they're really bluntly saying that discipline needs to come back in America schools, because it's good for students, for teachers — it's honestly best for the most disadvantaged students,' she added. The executive order from Trump, who has long talked about a need to get 'tough' in U.S. schools, requires Education Secretary Linda McMahon and the attorney general to team up and create guidance regarding school discipline, along with coordinating with state officials on 'the prevention of racial discrimination in the application of school discipline.' Since the pandemic and its related school closures, surveys year after year have shown concerns about student behavior in the classroom. Earlier this year, 48 percent of educators and school leaders said student behavior was a lot worse now than before the pandemic, according to the EdWeek Research Center. In 2023, about one-third of educators felt that way. In his order, Trump blamed the policies of former Presidents Obama and Biden for the increase in behavioral issues, saying the problem started with Obama in 2014 when a 'Dear Colleague' letter was sent out warning schools they could be in violation of Title IX if more official punishments are handed out to students of one particular race or ethnicity. That 11-year-old letter pointed out Black students are three times more likely than White students to be expelled or suspended. 'The Departments recognize that disparities in student discipline rates in a school or district may be caused by a range of factors. However, research suggests that the substantial racial disparities of the kind reflected in the CRDC [Civil Rights Data Collection] data are not explained by more frequent or more serious misbehavior by students of color,' it said. Although Trump rescinded that letter during his first presidency, the Biden administration resurfaced similar concerns back in 2023. Why exactly the pandemic so inflamed school disciplinary issues is a subject of debate, but experts agree that learning loss and behavioral problems have become entwined in a compounding spiral: Falling test scores and mental health issues lead to more misbehavior, and back again. Critics of Trump's order say it's just another way to undermine diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts and that the real way to improve discipline in schools is to target those test scores, chronic absenteeism and student mental health. 'It's just about attacking DEI. It's very short-sighted. And frankly, it's going to disproportionately impact kids that are in low-income schools, that don't have resources, children of color that are always disproportionately impacted by disciplinary processes,' said Keri Rodrigues, the president of the National Parents Union. 'Unfortunately, this is just more political games and showmanship when we actually need to have some evidence-backed, data-driven solutions for kids to help them during what is a very unstable and difficult time,' Rodrigues added. While the federal government has little direct control over classroom procedures, the executive order signals it will not apply Title IX investigations in the same way against school discipline outcomes. '[U]nder the Biden-Harris Administration, schools were forced to consider equity and inclusion when imposing discipline. Their policies placed racial equity quotas over student safety — encouraging schools to turn a blind eye to poor or violent behavior in the name of inclusion,' McMahon said after Trump signed the executive order. Kendra Jenkins, a middle school assistant principal in Georgia, told The Hill that while the federal government can offer guidance, actually addressing student behavior will really fall on a local level. When thinking about the concerns of racism in school discipline, Jenkins said, schools 'do look at that to see where we are … disproportionate, but we also look at what are the incidences.' She said there was definitely an increase in misbehavior at her school since the pandemic but that educators addressed it through socio-emotional tools and have seen the number of discipline referrals go down. 'We definitely have focused on building relationships and strengthening our culture to help our kids,' Jenkins said. Those in favor of the Trump administration's approach say the focus on race in school discipline practices has done a disserve to students. Policies by past presidents were 'put forward in the name of anti-racism and of non-discrimination. And what actually ended up happening was that the schools that became the most chaotic were often the ones with the most number of minority students, especially when you look at the sheer number of school closures during COVID, and how COVID worsened student behavior,' said Deshpande. 'So you know what ends up happening is that when teachers feel like they can't discipline students, the students suffer and the teachers suffer,' she added. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hill
29-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hill
Trump moves to tackle school discipline, but advocates divided on federal approach to classroom issue
President Trump is shining a spotlight on the issue of school discipline, which is closely related to the growing problems of learning loss and falling test scores, though it's unclear how much can be done about classroom behavior from the federal level. As part of a recent list of moves on education, Trump signed an executive order to create new federal school discipline guidance for K-12 institutions, with those in school leadership positions saying the problem has grown steadily worse since the 2020 pandemic. While parents and educators agree something needs to be done, satisfying solutions for all parties are hard to find. 'This is long overdue,' said Neeraja Deshpande, policy analyst and engagement coordinator at Independent Women. 'I see this as a really good sign, that they're really bluntly saying that discipline needs to come back in America schools, because it's good for students, for teachers — it's honestly best for the most disadvantaged students,' she added. The executive order from Trump, who has long talked about a need to get 'tough' in U.S. schools, requires Education Secretary Linda McMahon and the attorney general to team up and create guidance regarding school discipline, along with coordinating with state officials on 'the prevention of racial discrimination in the application of school discipline.' Since the pandemic and its related school closures, surveys year after year have shown concerns about student behavior in the classroom. Earlier this year, 48 percent of educators and school leaders said student behavior was a lot worse now than before the pandemic, according to the EdWeek Research Center. In 2023, about one-third of educators felt that way. In his order, Trump blamed the policies of former Presidents Obama and Biden for the increase in behavioral issues, saying the problem started with Obama in 2014 when a 'Dear Colleague' letter was sent out warning schools they could be in violation of Title IX if more official punishments are handed out to students of one particular race or ethnicity. That 11-year-old letter pointed out Black students are three times more likely than White students to be expelled or suspended. 'The Departments recognize that disparities in student discipline rates in a school or district may be caused by a range of factors. However, research suggests that the substantial racial disparities of the kind reflected in the CRDC [Civil Rights Data Collection] data are not explained by more frequent or more serious misbehavior by students of color,' it said. Although Trump rescinded that letter during his first presidency, the Biden administration resurfaced similar concerns back in 2023. Why exactly the pandemic so inflamed school disciplinary issues is a subject of debate, but experts agree that learning loss and behavioral problems have become entwined in a compounding spiral: Falling test scores and mental health issues lead to more misbehavior, and back again. Critics of Trump's order say it's just another way to undermine diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts and that the real way to improve discipline in schools is to target those test scores, chronic absenteeism and student mental health. 'It's just about attacking DEI. It's very short-sighted. And frankly, it's going to disproportionately impact kids that are in low-income schools, that don't have resources, children of color that are always disproportionately impacted by disciplinary processes,' said Keri Rodrigues, the president of the National Parents Union. 'Unfortunately, this is just more political games and showmanship when we actually need to have some evidence-backed, data-driven solutions for kids to help them during what is a very unstable and difficult time,' Rodrigues added. While the federal government has little direct control over classroom procedures, the executive order signals it will not apply Title IX investigations in the same way against school discipline outcomes. '[U]nder the Biden-Harris Administration, schools were forced to consider equity and inclusion when imposing discipline. Their policies placed racial equity quotas over student safety — encouraging schools to turn a blind eye to poor or violent behavior in the name of inclusion,' McMahon said after Trump signed the executive order. Kendra Jenkins, a middle school assistant principal in Georgia, told The Hill that while the federal government can offer guidance, actually addressing student behavior will really fall on a local level. When thinking about the concerns of racism in school discipline, Jenkins said, schools 'do look at that to see where we are … disproportionate, but we also look at what are the incidences.' She said there was definitely an increase in misbehavior at her school since the pandemic but that educators addressed it through socio-emotional tools and have seen the number of discipline referrals go down. 'We definitely have focused on building relationships and strengthening our culture to help our kids,' Jenkins said. Those in favor of the Trump administration's approach say the focus on race in school discipline practices has done a disserve to students. Policies by past presidents were 'put forward in the name of anti-racism and of non-discrimination. And what actually ended up happening was that the schools that became the most chaotic were often the ones with the most number of minority students, especially when you look at the sheer number of school closures during COVID, and how COVID worsened student behavior,' said Deshpande. 'So you know what ends up happening is that when teachers feel like they can't discipline students, the students suffer and the teachers suffer,' she added.
Fox News
06-02-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
Ravens GM's wife goes to bat for Trump's executive order on women's sports, spars with team employee
Lacie DeCosta, the wife of Baltimore Ravens General Manager Eric DeCosta, expressed support for President Donald Trump's executive order protecting women's and girls sports on Wednesday. Trump signed the order in the East Room of the White House on National Girls and Women in Sports Day. Lacie DeCosta declared in a post on X, "It's a great day for women's sports." Ravens editorial director Ryan Mink posted in response, "trans women are women." DeCosta made clear the issue was about "fairness." "Ryan Mink we don't have to agree. I have played sports my entire life," she added. "I was an All American lacrosse player. Many girls don't see this as a trans issue but a fairness issue. I will always fight for fairness when it comes to girls in sports." The order gave federal agencies the power to ensure that entities receiving federal funding abide by original Title IX standards. "This doesn't have to be long. It's all about common sense," Trump said before signing the order, adding that "women's sports will be only for women." Trump declared, "The war on women's sports is over." Trump was joined in the East Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., by Independent Women ambassadors Riley Gaines, Payton McNabb, Paula Scanlan, Sia Liilii, Lauren Miller, Kim Russell, Kaitlynn Wheeler, Linnea Saltz and Lily Mullens. Gaines, who hosts OutKick's "Gaines for Girls" podcast, was among the champions of fairness in women's sports after sharing her experience in the 2022 NCAA Championships with Lia Thomas. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said in a briefing before Trump signed the executive order that it "upholds the promise of Title IX." "President Trump pledged to restore common sense to our country, and he's continuing to deliver on that with an executive order that he will sign later today," she added. "The president will be signing an executive order, keeping men out of women's sports to defend the safety of athletes, protect competitive integrity and uphold the promise of Title IX. "This common-sense action from President Trump ends the disgusting betrayal of women and girls by the previous administration, who for years catered to radical activists who wanted biological males to be treated as women in workplaces, showers, competitive sports, prisons and even rape shelters. Gender ideology insanity is over." Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
