The Dismantling of DEI Continues: New Executive Order Targets “Racially Discriminatory DEI Activities” by Federal Contractors

Bradley – On March 26, 2026, President Trump issued a new executive order titled “Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors.” This executive order prohibits federal contractors from engaging in what the administration views as “racially discriminatory DEI activities” and imposes related reporting obligations, as well as penalties that may be assessed against contractors who violate the EO's requirements.