Harmeet Dhillon surfaces in news as DOJ Civil Rights Division chief since 2025, longtime California GOP figure and former vice chair. Biog: American lawyer, Republican official.
The Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Minnesota, alleging violations of Title IX by allowing transgender girls to compete in girls' sports and access to gender-specific spaces. The case reflects broader federal efforts to restrict transgender participation in school athletics, with ongoing legal and political debates.
The Department of Justice is investigating California and Maine prisons over policies allowing transgender women to be housed with female inmates. The probe follows allegations of sexual assaults and a high-profile rape case involving a trans inmate, raising concerns about safety and legal compliance.
New York City has released a revised 375-page racial equity plan, which aims to address longstanding inequalities. The administration has toned down references to diversity, equity, and inclusion to avoid federal challenges. The plan highlights the displacement of approximately 200,000 Black residents between 2000 and 2020. The DOJ is reviewing the proposal for legality.
California has qualified a proposal for a billionaire wealth tax, which supporters say will fund healthcare and education. Opponents warn it will trigger a mass exodus of the wealthy, leading to significant job and revenue losses. The measure now faces a voter referendum in November 2026.
The DOJ has sent a request for voting records from Wayne County, Michigan, prompting strong opposition from state officials. The move is part of ongoing efforts to scrutinize election integrity, with Michigan officials accusing the DOJ of attempting to interfere in state elections amid claims of election fraud.
A federal judge has halted arrests inside immigration courthouses and ordered limits on such actions, citing the need to protect access to removal hearings. The ruling follows a series of controversial arrests and evolving government positions in immigration enforcement.
California’s primary has seen ballots counted slowly as thousands remain unreported, prompting critics to accuse the system of undermining trust in democracy. Proponents argue complex rules ensure integrity, while federal scrutiny and lawsuits loom over the counting process.