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DOJ Investigates Corporate Diversity Efforts Amid Trump Policies

12/29/2025

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A Wall Street Journal report says the U.S. Department of Justice has begun investigating diversity initiatives in hiring and promotion at major companies, with requests to Google and Verizon under the False Claims Act.
The probes span sectors including automotive and pharmaceuticals.
Since taking office, U.S. President Donald Trump has aimed to eliminate federal diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and discourage similar private-sector efforts.
The outcome may affect corporate DEI policies.

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A Wall Street Journal report says the U.S. Department of Justice has begun investigating diversity initiatives in hiring and promotion at major companies, with requests to Google and Verizon under the False Claims Act.
The probes span sectors including automotive and pharmaceuticals.
Since taking office, U.S. President Donald Trump has aimed to eliminate federal diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and discourage similar private-sector efforts.
The outcome may affect corporate DEI policies.