The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is an independent federal agency established in 1957. Its primary purpose is to monitor and report on civil rights issues in the United States. The Commission conducts research, holds hearings, and issues reports to inform the public and policymakers about civil rights conditions and challenges. The Commission is composed of members appointed by the President and Congress. It focuses on various topics, including discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, and national origin. The findings and recommendations of the Commission aim to promote equality and protect the civil rights of all Americans.