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DOJ Expands Use of the False Claims Act to Target DEI and DEIA Initiatives

Brief overview 

Building on directives from Attorney General Bondi’s Memorandum in February 2025, Deputy Attorney General Blanche announced the launch of the “Civil Rights Fraud Initiative” on May 19. This initiative expands the False Claims Act to target DEI and DEIA programs deemed discriminatory.

Authors:

Sara Lord, Partner
Email: sara.lord@agg.com

Aaron Danzig, Partner 
Email: aaron.danzig@agg.com 

Gabriel Scannapieco, Partner 
Email: gabe.scannapieco@agg.com 

Ashley Kelly, Partner and General Counsel 
Email: ashley.kelly@agg.com

Henry Perlowski, Partner 
Email: henry.perlowski@agg.com