A referral has been made to the Department of Justice over ongoing transgender inclusion in girls' sports in Maine, as federal agencies push for enforcement of an executive order restricting biological male participation in women’s athletics. This development places DOJ in a politically charged role concerning civil rights and anti-trans policies.

Following a referral from the HHS Office for Civil Rights, the Department of Justice began investigating Maine's refusal to ban trans athletes from girls sports, enforcing federal Title IX protections to uphold the rights of marginalized communities.

A Justice Department spokesperson defended the Trump administration's aggressive measures against protestors at Columbia University, framing these actions as necessary to protect against what they describe as vile antisemitism. This stance has raised concerns among civil rights advocates about the chilling effect on free speech and protest, aligning the department with authoritarian regulatory practices.

The statute of limitations for prosecuting pandemic unemployment fraud expired, hindering the DOJ's ability to pursue over 2,500 pending cases. This limitation, driven by legislative inaction, has raised concerns about the effective enforcement of fraud-related laws and the protection of taxpayer resources.

A memo from the U.S. Department of Justice, under pressure from the Trump administration, signals a new enforcement strategy targeting companies that maintain diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, contributing to an authoritarian effort to undermine progressive corporate practices.

On March 20, the Justice Department charged three individuals with domestic terrorism after they allegedly used Molotov cocktails to attack Tesla properties, marking a strong stance against extremist violence.

On March 19, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice, in collaboration with the EEOC, issued technical guidance clarifying the legal boundaries of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the context of workplace discrimination. The guidance underscores protections against employment practices that segregate or discriminate based on race, sex, or other protected characteristics, reinforcing worker rights and promoting fair labor practices.

On March 19, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice released technical guidance alongside the EEOC to clarify what constitutes illegal DEI practices in the workplace. Critics argue that by enforcing a narrow, merit-based standard and stressing that even well‐intentioned DEI initiatives can be illegal if they lead to preferential treatment, the guidance risks undermining progressive diversity and inclusion efforts.

A federal judge criticized government actions amid the removal of USIP leadership. In the wake of these events, the Department of Justice launched an investigation into a security officer who denied access to DOGE agents, raising concerns of politically motivated overreach and authoritarian enforcement tactics.

The 2024 update on corporate resolutions illustrates the Department of Justice's evolving enforcement strategy under Attorney General Bondi, emphasizing targeted prosecutions and new compliance measures. The updated memorandum and subsequent shifts in enforcement priorities indicate DOJ’s proactive stance toward ensuring corporate accountability, with policy changes impacting political directives, ethical practices, technology oversight, and economic enforcement.

Project 2025’s proposed changes aim to undermine the longstanding norms of independence at the U.S. Department of Justice by merging political agendas with prosecutorial functions. The plan would allow for politically motivated investigations, removal of experienced officials, and reconfiguration of internal controls that have traditionally preserved the impartiality of the justice system. These proposals risk eroding the rule of law and public trust by placing partisan considerations ahead of justice and civil rights protections.

The article analyzes proposals under Project 2025 that aim to reshape the U.S. Department of Justice by eroding its independence, installing partisan loyalists, and politicizing prosecutorial discretion. Such changes threaten the impartiality of law enforcement and democratic norms.

The U.S. Department of Justice, alongside the Federal Trade Commission, released new antitrust guidelines aimed at scrutinizing business practices, including noncompete and no-poach agreements, that could undermine worker mobility and fair competition. The guidelines are seen as a proactive measure to ensure labor rights are protected in a shifting political landscape.

The U.S. Department of Justice, in partnership with the Federal Trade Commission, has issued comprehensive antitrust guidelines aimed at curbing unfair business practices that restrict worker mobility, suppress wages, and consolidate market power. These guidelines signal a robust regulatory stance against practices that foster economic exploitation and authoritarian control in the private sector.

In a joint effort with the FTC, the U.S. Department of Justice has introduced new antitrust guidelines aimed at curbing anti-competitive practices among employers. These guidelines are designed to foster fair business practices that enhance worker wages, benefits, and overall market competitiveness.

The Department of Justice announced significant policy reforms aimed at enhancing corporate enforcement, transparency, and accountability. The updated policies include enhancements to compensation incentives, clawback programs, and voluntary self-disclosure measures, reinforcing ethical corporate practices and countering undue corporate influence.

DOJ Civil Rights Division lawyers initiated a union organizing campaign aimed at securing bargaining rights and protecting stable, nonpartisan working conditions in anticipation of potential policy shifts under a future presidential administration.

The GAO report on lobbying and political contribution disclosures noted that the U.S. Attorney's Office in D.C., under the oversight of the DOJ, actively pursued compliance by contacting lobbyists with outstanding filings and provided the DOJ with a draft report for review, including technical comments. This review process supports transparency and accountability in lobbying practices.

NPR highlights concerns about former President Trump's authoritarian impulses and the potential for the Department of Justice to become a politicized tool targeting political opponents.

The Justice Department’s Antitrust Division and the National Labor Relations Board signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation in enforcing antitrust and labor laws. This partnership is designed to protect competitive labor markets and safeguard workers' rights, including the right to organize and secure fair wages.

The Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division formalized a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Labor to expand collaboration in protecting U.S. workers from discrimination, particularly against employers favoring temporary visa workers over qualified U.S. citizens. The initiative reinforces worker protections and strengthens enforcement of anti-discrimination laws.

The U.S. Department of Justice announced that Carmen Group, a Washington, D.C.-based lobbying firm, has agreed to pay a $125,000 civil penalty to resolve repeated failures to file required lobbying and contribution disclosure reports under the Lobbying Disclosure Act. The settlement, announced by Acting U.S. Attorney Vincent H. Cohen, Jr., reinforces transparency and accountability in political lobbying.