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EO 14398 and First FCA Settlement For Discriminatory Practices Highlight Focus on Government Contracting
UnknownApr 17, 2026(about 13 hours ago)
The article discusses an Executive Order and a settlement with IBM regarding discriminatory hiring practices, not a security incident.
The Trump Administration’s stated intent to use federal contracts and the False Claims Act (FCA) to target discriminatory hiring and employment practices is quickly becoming a reality. On March 26, 2026, President Trump issued an Executive Order (EO) focused squarely on federal contractors and subcontractors, titled “Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors.” And on April 10, 2026, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced a $17 million settlement with IBM resolving claims under the... By: Cozen O'Connor