The plaintiffs argue Trump’s executive order impedes each state’s efforts and is unclear in what it prohibits.
Twenty state attorneys general sued Trump over the March 26 executive order banning DEI for federal contractors, citing vagueness. The order creates contract cancellation risk and compliance confusion for tech companies dependent on federal contracts.
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The plaintiffs argue Trump’s executive order impedes each state’s efforts and is unclear in what it prohibits.
Published June 11, 2026
President Donald Trump signs an executive order in the White House on March 31, 2026, in Washington, D.C. Earlier that month, Trump signed another order cracking down on diversity, equity and inclusion programs run by federal contractors, which prompted a lawsuit from 20 attorneys general on June 10, 2026.
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The federal government contends these states are imposing restrictions that hinder law enforcement operations
