The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is providing legal representation to Chicago Women in Trades in a lawsuit challenging President Trump's executive orders that target diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. A federal judge temporarily blocked portions of these orders, helping to protect free speech and prevent organizations from facing crippling penalties.

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law issued a statement condemning EEOC Acting Chair Andrea Lucas for her politically motivated attack on law firms that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, framing the action as an attempt to undermine civil rights efforts.

On September 20, 2024, the staff of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law ratified their first collective bargaining agreement. The agreement, negotiated with the Nonprofit Professional Employees Union (NPEU), IFPTE Local 70, introduces important improvements in pay scales, benefits, flexible work arrangements, and overall working conditions. This development reinforces the organization's commitment to fair labor practices, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and serves as an internal model of progressive labor relations.

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law filed an amicus brief in United States v. Mackey, arguing that intentional disinformation designed to suppress votes—particularly targeting Black and other people of color—is not protected under the First Amendment. The brief also warns about the rising threat of deepfake and AI-generated disinformation that could further disenfranchise marginalized communities.

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law filed an amicus brief in Murthy v. Missouri supporting social media platforms’ ability to censor harmful disinformation. This legal action reinforces efforts to safeguard election integrity and protect marginalized communities from targeted voter disinformation.

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law has unveiled the Online Civil Rights Act, a pioneering model legislation designed to address algorithmic discrimination, protect consumer privacy, and prevent racial bias in AI systems. The legislation, endorsed by major civil rights organizations, aims to provide lawmakers with a framework for regulating technology and ensuring accountability in its use.

On March 29, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law backed a letter sent to the Biden administration, several U.S. Senators, and the Federal Trade Commission calling for nominees who uphold civil rights principles such as transparency, accountability, and the end of racial profiling in technology. The organization also endorsed key legislative measures including the Consumer Online Privacy Rights Act, the Privacy Bill of Rights Act, and the Public Health Emergency Privacy Act to protect marginalized communities from discriminatory technological practices.

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law commended the Biden Administration for introducing the AI Bill of Rights, emphasizing the need for privacy protections, safeguards against algorithmic bias, and increased racial equity in digital technologies. The organization expressed its readiness to work with the White House and its Office of Science and Technology Policy, while urging Congress to pass comprehensive federal privacy legislation.

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law expressed strong support for a new bipartisan federal privacy bill aimed at curbing discriminatory uses of personal data and protecting civil rights. The statement emphasized that privacy rights are civil rights and highlighted the need for robust safeguards against biased algorithms that impact marginalized communities.

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law voluntarily recognized LC United as the collective bargaining representative for its 46 staff members, reinforcing its commitment to fair labor practices and racial justice.

On April 7, 2020, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law led a coalition of 56 civil rights and workers’ rights organizations in sending a letter to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs. The letter opposed the temporary exemption that waived affirmative action obligations under federal contracts related to COVID-19 relief, arguing that such exemptions would negatively impact historically marginalized communities and hinder efforts to ensure equal opportunity in employment.