U.S. federal agency enforcing workplace civil rights since 1964
The Brandeis Center has filed complaints accusing the NEA and the APA of antisemitism and discriminatory practices. The EEOC and HHS investigations have been launched to determine whether Title VII and related civil-rights provisions are being violated.
During a Pride Night game, Giants players wore or modified Pride-themed caps; MLB warns against writing on caps, citing uniform rules. The incident has drawn political critique and calls for religious accommodation debates, with officials weighing legal and civil rights implications.
President Trump has named Keith Sonderling, acting labor secretary, to take the role permanently. The nomination awaits Senate confirmation as concerns over past actions at the Labor Department surface. Reports outline Sonderling’s prior roles, including deputy labor secretary and EEOC member, and note challenges tied to Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s resignation.
Charles Winters and other Black employees allege systematic racial discrimination at Six Flags Magic Mountain and Planet Fitness facilities, claiming reduced duties, stricter supervision, unlawful terminations, and denial of promotions. Lawsuits seek tens of millions in damages as the cases unfold in Los Angeles Superior Court and related venues.
Meta has faced a federal lawsuit alleging its internal AI systems and monitoring tools discriminated against workers on legally protected leave in a May layoff round totaling about 8,000 jobs. The suit seeks an injunction to pause separations and an independent audit of the selection process while claims proceed in arbitration.
The Republican-led EEOC has voted to end the annual demographic reporting requirement (EEO-1) for private employers, prompting a 30-day public comment period and a hearing on August 11. The move argues the data collection is costly and potentially at odds with colorblind employment principles; critics say the data are crucial to uncover discrimination patterns.