In a recent article for Law360, I examined the significant challenges the Department of Justice (DOJ) may face as it seeks to use the False Claims Act (FCA) to pursue allegedly unlawful diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices.
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Audrey Anderson
Audrey Anderson focuses her practice on representing colleges, universities and educational institutions. Drawing on her over 30 years of experience gained as outside litigation counsel, government counsel, and as the general counsel for a major research university, Audrey brings judgment, creativity and practicality to solving her client’s problems across a range of issues arising from the activities of students, faculty and others in learning, living, teaching, researching and working on a college campus. Whether an issue arises under the First Amendment or Title IX, occurs in the lab, the board room or the athletics department, involves counseling, negotiation, or litigation, Audrey helps her clients find practical ways forward.
Insight on “Illegal DEI” as FCA Trigger at Federal Bar Association’s Qui Tam Conference
I recently participated in a panel discussion at the Federal Bar Association’s 2026 Qui Tam Conference focused on “‘Illegal DEI’ as an FCA Trigger.” We explored the scope of False Claims Act (FCA) enforcement under the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Civil Rights Fraud Initiative and recent executive actions addressing “illegal DEI [diversity, equity and inclusion].” In addition to law firm attorneys, our panel included a speaker from the DOJ.
Continue Reading Insight on “Illegal DEI” as FCA Trigger at Federal Bar Association’s Qui Tam ConferencePlanned Use of FCA to Enforce Civil Rights Fraud Initiative in Higher Education
I recently discussed the Trump administration’s plan to apply the False Claims Act (FCA) to enforce its Civil Rights Fraud Initiative, targeting diversity programs.
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