New DOJ Guidance Identifies Unlawful DEI Practices That Could Result in Revocation of Federal Funding
On July 29, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) released new guidance to all federal agencies clarifying what types of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices and policies would be considered illegal discrimination by federal funding recipients, including federal contractors, as defined by the U.S. attorney general. The nine-page guidance also provides the DOJ’s “non-binding” suggestions on best practices.