The United States Justice Department has settled with IBM for $17 million over allegations that the company's diversity practices violated the False Claims Act. The settlement is a cautionary tale for federal contractors with diversity initiatives, highlighting the importance of complying with federal regulations. The DOJ's aggressive posture towards federal contractors with DEI policies has raised questions about the effectiveness of these initiatives.
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Media Coverage · April 24, 2026
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$17 Million False Claims Act Settlement is Cautionary Tale for Federal Contractors with Diversity Initiatives |
Media Coverage · Apr 24, 2026
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The parties reported a settlement.
Questions abound over the United States Justice Department’s (“DOJ”) aggressive posture towards federal contractors with DEI policies. On April 10, 2026, the DOJ settled with IBM, as the multinational technology …
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