DOJ Civil Division

Canadian Steel Companies and Owner to Pay $19M to Settle False Claims Act Allegations Relating to Evaded Customs Duties “Import duties serve an important role in protecting our national interests generally and the American steel industry in particular,” said @AAGShumate. “The Department of Justice will zealously pursue anyone who fraudulently evades the duties owed on steel products imported into this country.” Read more: justice.gov/opa/pr/canadia…

Another week of wins for @DOJCivil and @DAGToddBlanche: ✅Landmark $10 million resolution to stop “gender-affirming care” in Texas and create detransition clinic ✅$500+ million trade fraud recovery for US taxpayers ✅First Circuit stayed enforcement of VA Collective Bargaining Agreement ✅ Defeated preliminary injunction seeking to halt critical Department of Labor H2A agricultural worker rule ✅Sued Connecticut for attempting to regulate federal law enforcement

Takeda Agrees to Pay $13.6M to Resolve False Claims Allegations Relating to Improper Payments to Physicians “The Department of Justice is committed to vigorously pursuing violations of the False Claims Act arising from illegal kickbacks,” said @AAGShumate. “Such conduct can erode the trust that patients place in their healthcare providers and lead to higher drug costs for American taxpayers.” 🔗: justice.gov/opa/pr/takeda-…

“Consistent with the goals of the Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, this settlement reflects our commitment to hold accountable those who commit fraud on the government by withholding duties that are owed on imported goods,” said @AAGShumate.

Some states are refusing to issue license plates to federal law enforcement. It’s dangerous, shameful, and unconstitutional. It needs to stop now. Under @DAGToddBlanche, this @TheJusticeDept stands with our brave law enforcement officers.

Justice Department Files Lawsuit Against State of New Mexico and City of Albuquerque for Obstructing Federal Immigration Enforcement “New Mexico is attempting to regulate immigration policy, something the federal government is clearly and uniquely empowered by the Constitution to do. - @AAGShumate justice.gov/opa/pr/justice…

Three Affiliated Skilled Nursing Facilities to Pay $300,000 to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations Related to Medically Unnecessary Rehabilitation Services justice.gov/opa/pr/three-a…

DOJ pushes to denaturalize ‘most prolific’ Cuban spy who served as US ambassador 🔗: nypost.com/2026/05/08/us-…

Justice Department Sues to Revoke US Citizenship of Convicted Cuban Spy “Under no circumstances should an agent of a foreign adversary be permitted to hold the title of American citizen,” said @AAGShumate. “Our mission is clear: to root out these fraudsters and preserve the sanctity of the naturalization process for those who adhere to our laws. Any individual who lied during the naturalization process to gain a foothold in this country will be met with the full weight of the Department of Justice.” 🔗: justice.gov/opa/pr/justice…

DISH Wireless LLC to Pay More than $17M to Resolve False Claims Act and Administrative Allegations Related to FCC’s Broadband Benefits Programs “The Justice Department will take action where companies and individuals knowingly violate the rules of federal programs and receive federal funds to which they are not entitled,” said @AAGShumate. “This settlement demonstrates our continuing commitment to ensure integrity in the FCC’s programs.” justice.gov/opa/pr/dish-wi…

In an important win for public safety, the DC Circuit allowed @USDOT to bar illegal aliens from obtaining commercial driver's licenses.

The @DOJCivil has been working overtime under the leadership of @DAGToddBlanche to advance and defend @POTUS priorities in court: ✅Defended hundreds of lawsuits seeking to block @POTUS policies ✅Filed over 120 motions to combat unlawful injunctions pending appeal ✅Filed 23 denaturalization lawsuits for immigration FRAUD ✅Filed 17 lawsuits challenging sanctuary jurisdiction laws ✅Filed 9 lawsuits challenging in-state tuition laws for illegal aliens ✅Filed 5 lawsuits challenging state regulation of prediction markets ✅Filed 2 lawsuits challenging state laws increasing egg prices ✅Filed 2 lawsuits challenging local bans on natural gas appliances ✅Filed 1 lawsuit challenging a state AI law And so much more to come…

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Another week, more @DOJCivil wins under the leadership of @DAGToddBlanche: ✅DC Circuit blocked injunction requiring @DeptofWar to give NYT journalists unescorted access to the Pentagon ✅Ninth Circuit blocked TWO injunctions restricting @DHSgov from protecting Federal property in Portland, Oregon from violent mobs ✅Partnered with @AAGDhillon and @CivilRights to block Colorado’s woke AI law ✅Filed immigration FRAUD complaint to denaturalize Sexual Predator ✅Launched FOCUS initiative to identify and combat FRAUD ✅Sued New Jersey TWICE to block laws giving in-state tuition benefits to illegal aliens and targeting federal law enforcement agents ✅Texas court ENFORCED subpoena against hospital performing sex-rejecting procedures on minors We are just warming up.

Mobile PET Scan Provider to Pay $8.33 Million to Resolve Allegations of False Claims Act Violations Based on Unlawful Kickbacks to Medical Practices “We will diligently pursue and hold accountable healthcare providers that seek patient referrals through illegal kickbacks and other unlawful financial inducements,” said @AAGShumate. “By rooting out financial relationships between healthcare providers and referring physicians that corrupt the medical decision-making process, we will continue to protect and safeguard taxpayer dollars.” 🔗: justice.gov/opa/pr/mobile-…

“The Department of Justice expects and demands full compliance with validly issued subpoenas like the one at issue here,” said @AAGShumate. “Non-compliance with lawful process is never an option.” 🔗: justice.gov/opa/pr/departm…

ICYMI, @DOJCivil partnered with @CivilRights and @AAGDhillon to file landmark lawsuit against Colorado challenging their woke AI regulation. Colorado immediately caved and agreed not to enforce the law against ANY AI company. Huge win for the American people! justice.gov/crt/media/1437…

🚨The Justice Department Files Complaint Challenging New Jersey Laws Providing In-State Tuition and Financial Assistance for Illegal Aliens “This is a simple matter of federal law: in New Jersey and nationwide, colleges cannot provide benefits to illegal aliens that they do not provide to U.S. citizens,” said Assistant Attorney General Brett A. Shumate. “This Department of Justice will not tolerate American students being treated like second-class citizens in their own country.” Read more: justice.gov/opa/pr/justice…

The Department of Justice filed a brief in the Fourth Circuit defending our ongoing investigations of consumer protection laws in healthcare services. DOJ is committed to enforcing compliance with federal law, both in the transgender space and beyond. storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.usco…

The Civil Division has filed a lawsuit challenging New Jersey’s Law Enforcement Officer Protection Act because it violates the Supremacy Clause by unlawfully regulating federal law enforcement. The Department of Justice will steadfastly protect the privacy and safety of law enforcement from unconstitutional state laws like New Jersey’s. Read more: justice.gov/opa/pr/justice…