JD Supra

The Civil Rights Fraud Initiative: Adding “Teeth” to the Enforcement of Trump’s Executive Orders Against Illegal DEI

On May 19, 2025, U.S. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche issued a memorandum launching the “Civil Rights Fraud Initiative” (the “CRFI”). The CRFI outlines how individuals can pursue claims against ...
JD Supra

Justice Department’s “Civil Rights Fraud Initiative” Increases False Claims Act Risks Related to Alleged Discrimination

On May 19, 2025, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche issued a memorandum announcing the creation of the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Civil Rights Fraud Initiative (the Initiative), which directs DOJ ...
The National Law Review

DOJ Civil Rights Fraud Initiative Will Use the False Claims Act to Target Antisemitism and DEI Programs

We collaborate with the world's leading lawyers to deliver news tailored for you. Sign Up for any (or all) of our 25+ Newsletters. Some states have laws and ethical rules regarding solicitation and ...
The National Law Review

DOJ Civil Rights Fraud Initiative Ups FCA Risks for Federal Fund Recipients Employing Unlawful DEI Programs

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Yahoo

Donald Trump is creating a ‘civil rights’ initiative to target DEI programs in the private sector

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The new Civil Rights Fraud Initiative plans to focus on companies with federal grants or contracts. The Trump administration took ...