DOJ Expands DEI Crackdown with New Civil Rights Fraud Initiative Centered on False Claims Act Enforcement

DOJ expands DEI crackdown with new Civil Rights Fraud Initiative centered on False Claims Act enforcement

This initiative represents the DOJ's clearest statement yet that it intends to treat violations of civil rights laws as fraud on the federal government.

Justice Department Establishes Civil Rights Fraud Initiative, Using False Claims Act to Target DEI

On May 19, 2025, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche issued a memorandum establishing a DOJ Civil Rights Fraud Initiative.  The Initiative will use