EEOC Investigates DEI Policies at 20 Major Law Firms
The federal agency seeks detailed data on diversity programs, alleging potential violations of Title VII under the Trump administration's anti-DEI agenda.
- The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has launched an investigation into the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices of 20 prominent law firms.
- The investigation focuses on whether DEI initiatives violate Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 by engaging in unlawful disparate treatment based on race, sex, or other protected characteristics.
- Law firms have been asked to provide extensive demographic and employment data, including details on diversity fellowships, hiring practices, and compensation criteria, by April 15, 2025.
- Some of the targeted firms have previously faced lawsuits over minority-only fellowships or have publicly committed to diversity goals, raising questions about the investigation's political motivations.
- This investigation aligns with President Donald Trump's broader efforts to dismantle DEI initiatives across sectors, with potential legal actions pending the findings of the EEOC's review.
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