Kate Driscoll spoke with Fortune about the novel extension of the False Claims Act by the Trump administration to address DEI programs in the private sector. Kate noted, "This really is a novel extension of the False Claims Act to address an enforcement priority for this new administration, and address what it views as unlawful DEI." The Civil Rights Fraud Initiative aims to investigate federal contractors using DEI programs, with the DOJ encouraging whistleblower claims against organizations. Companies receiving federal funds are advised to ensure their DEI initiatives are compliant to avoid potential claims.
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