Anti-woke nonprofit sends letter to top legal firms in America warning about DEI

The anti-woke nonprofit 1792 Exchange sent a letter this week warning the country's top law firms not to engage in DEI practices or face possible liability.

"In light of recent events and actions by the Trump Administration, courts, and consumers, I am writing to warn you about the legal and business risks posed by the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies practiced by many AmLaw 100 firms. DEI programs that involve race- or gender-based hiring quotas, preferential treatment, or mandatory ideological training on race and gender may expose your firm to direct liability under federal and state anti-discrimination laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as well as disqualification for doing business with state and federal governments," the letter obtained by Fox News Digital said.  David Spector is a reporter for Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to david.spector@fox.com.

President Donald Trump targeted DEI policies as one of his first acts after taking office. He signed multiple executive orders banning the federal government from engaging in DEI practices – which critics allege are racially discriminatory – and banned federal agencies from contracting with companies that have DEI programs.