New Department of Education regulations starting August 1 state that college athletes accused of sexual misconduct cannot be suspended from their team until a school investigation has occurred, to ensure due process.

• 28 athletes in the previous five years transferred after previous school discipline for sexual misconduct.
• 5 athletes continued playing despite court rulings against them for sexual misconduct.

In some instances, even guilty athletes are allowed to keep competing, raising concerns about accountability and victim protection.

• New regulations prevent immediate athlete suspensions post-accusation until a thorough investigation takes place.
• Recent cases at universities like Illinois and Brown highlight the complexities and controversies surrounding the issue.
• The Biden administration emphasizes fair processes for accused athletes but faces backlash over potential negative repercussions for victims.

The NCAA and educational institutions may face pressure to balance athlete rights with the safety and protection of victims in cases of sexual misconduct.

New Title IX policies allowing accused athletes to continue competing until investigations are complete aim to uphold fairness but raise concerns about victim protection and accountability in cases of misconduct.