Groups Can't Freeze Order Mandating Contractor DEI Rule

By Grace Elletson · October 14, 2026, 1:05 PM EDT

A Maryland federal judge refused Wednesday to block an executive order from President Donald Trump requiring government contractors to disavow "racially discriminatory DEI activities," finding the directive's critics haven't shown that...

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Case Information

Case Title

National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education et al v. Donald J. Trump et al

Case Number

8:26-cv-01532

Court

Maryland

Nature of Suit

Civil Rights: Other

Date Filed

April 20, 2026