Biden’s DOJ concluded that Louisiana and South Carolina had failed to fix violations despite years of warnings.

The order asserts that preferences based on race or sex can violate civil rights laws and mandates a streamlined contracting process that emphasizes compliance with anti-discrimination laws. The ...

KENOSHA, Wis. -- Civil rights charges will not be pursued against the Wisconsin police officer who shot Jacob Blake last year, partially paralyzing him, the Department of Justice announced Friday.

DOJ Says Harvard Committed 'Violent' Civil Rights Violation Published Jun 30, 2025 at 3:18 PM EDT Updated Jul 01, 2025 at 5:56 PM EDT ...

While both investigations center on civil rights enforcement, the DOJ's authority under Section 707 is distinct in that it enables the federal government to bring civil proceedings directly in court.