Trump Administration Resource Hub: Legal and Business Insights

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Presidential Administration Insights

U.S. and International Antitrust Agencies Signal Aggressive Antitrust Enforcement in Procurement, Consumer Products, and Labor Markets – As we previously reported, the Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission are increasingly monitoring companies for anticompetitive conduct in response to rising costs following the implementation of tariffs. In particular, companies should be prepared for continued, perhaps even greater, monitoring of cartel-like behavior in procurement or commodities spaces, which the Trump Administration has made clear are high priorities in its antitrust agenda. Continue reading

Hart-Scott-Rodino Reporting Threshold Increases by US$6.9 Million – The FTC has begun releasing guidance about sweeping changes to Hart-Scott-Rodino reporting thresholds that are slated to take effect on February 10, but these rule changes are being challenged in court, and there is speculation that the new Trump administration might delay their implementation.

A Little Too Late: The Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission’s Last Minute New Antitrust Guidelines for Business Activities Affecting Workers – In a last-ditch effort, the FTC and DOJ issued new guidelines replacing the 2026 “Antitrust Guidance for Human Resource Professionals,” but exactly what role — if any — the new guidelines will play in the future remains in the air.

Aaron Tantleff Weighs in on Trump Administration AI Pivot – ��ý; Lardner LLP partner Aaron Tantleff commented in the Roll Call article, “Trump reboots AI policy,” describing the impact on technology clients of the Trump administration’s pivot on artificial intelligence policy.

2023 AI Executive Order Revoked – President Donald Trump’s revocation signals a major policy change, transitioning away from the federal oversight put in place by the previous administration and indicating a preference for less regulation of the artificial intelligence ecosystem.

Vanessa Miller Assesses State of EV Market Under New Administration – ��ý; Lardner LLP partner Vanessa Miller assessed the state of the electric vehicle market under the new administration in The Wall Street Journal article, “How Trump’s Policies Will Slow—but Not Kill—a Transition to Cleaner Energy.”

What Every Auto-Sector Company Should Know About … the New Automotive Tariffs – On April 3, 2025, President Trump issued the full details of the automotive tariffs, including the exact Harmonized Tariff Schedule subheadings to which the automotive tariffs apply. This completed the implementation of the automotive tariffs, first announced on March 26, 2025, which established comprehensive 25% tariffs on imported automobiles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) as well as light trucks.

Brainwaves: 100 Days and Beyond | Presidential Policy Shifts Impacting Automotive – In a recent Brainwaves event hosted by the Society of Automotive Analysts and ��ý; Lardner LLP, titled “100 Days and Beyond: Presidential Policy Shifts Impacting Automotive,” business and legal executives gathered in Detroit to discuss the significant shifts in presidential policies and their profound impact on the automotive sector.

Foley Attorneys Featured for Automotive Roundtable – ��ý; Lardner LLP features in Bloomberg, Forbes, Automotive News, and Autoweek for a roundtable discussion hosted in the firm’s Detroit office on the state of the automotive industry.

Special Foley Automotive Update – Trump Administration and Tariff Policies – This special edition of ��ý; Lardner’s Automotive Update provides a summary of key developments affecting the industry.

The Trump Administration: Developments in Environmental Policy – From the outset, key goals of the incoming Trump Administration have been: supporting fossil fuel development, ending incentives for renewable energy and energy transition, removing “burdensome” environmental regulations and policies, and stepping back action on climate change and environmental justice initiatives.

The Environmental Brief: Incoming EPA and Enforcement Regulatory Changes – Campaign promises to dismantle burdensome regulations could lead to significant revisions to the current regulatory landscape, and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been named as one of these potential targets. The recent presidential election will likely signal a shift in current federal policies, particularly those overseen by the EPA.

Patrick Daugherty Addresses Avenues for Crypto Case Resolution Under New Administration – ��ý; Lardner LLP partner Patrick Daugherty addressed how cryptocurrency cases may be resolved under the new administration in the Bloomberg Law article, “Novel Crypto Rulings to Fill Case Flow Void Left by Trump’s SEC.”

CFPB, FDIC, and OCC Updates: Firings, Appointments, and Potential Consolidation – We previously reported on changes to leadership at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the halt of all activities at the CFPB, and the impacts to the financial services industry. The environment continues to evolve, intensifying uncertainty for regulation and the industry, as the federal agencies responsible for regulating the financial services industry, including the CFPB, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, are impacted by the new administration’s overhaul of regulatory agencies.

Foley Attorneys on CFPB Shutdown – Industry in “Wait-and-See Mode” – ��ý; Lardner LLP attorneys Christi Lawson, Natasha Dempsey, and Whitney Nicholas assessed the Trump administration’s curtailment of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) in the Newsweek article, “What CFPB Shutdown Means for Junk Fees.”

New Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Acting Director Expands Freeze to All CFPB Activities; CFPB Office Closes – We previously reported that Treasury Secretary Bessent was named as the acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and he subsequently ordered the CFPB staff to halt several activities. However, the situation at the CFPB remains in flux, with more changes occurring over the weekend.

Treasury Secretary Bessent Heads Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Immediately Orders Freeze of CFPB Activities – On Saturday, February 1, 2025, it was announced that President Donald Trump had removed Rohit Chopra as director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). In a statement from the CFPB on February 3, 2025, recently confirmed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is now the acting director for the CFPB.

Is the Future of Digital Assets in the United States Bright Again? – President Trump and Acting SEC Chairman Mark Uyeda are moving quickly to change the federal government’s approach to regulating the digital assets ecosystem. Continue reading

Preparing for a “Common-Sense” FAR: What Federal Contractors Need to Know About the Trump Administration’s Plans to Streamline the Federal Acquisition Regulation – On April 15, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14275, “Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement,” which directs his Administration to make major revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)—the voluminous set of rules governing the U.S. Government’s acquisition of products and services—with the stated purpose of making the federal procurement process more “agile, effective, and efficient.”

State of Play: Temporary Pause of Agency Grants, Cooperative Agreements, Loans, and Other Financial Assistance Programs – Office of Management and Budget (OMB) ordered all federal agencies to temporarily suspend grants, cooperative agreements, and loan payments, with the exception of Social Security, Medicare, and “assistance provided directly to individuals.”

The Trump Administration 2.0’s FCPA Enforcement Strategy: What You Need to Know – On June 9, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice released significant new guidance outlining how it will pursue cases under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, marking a reorientation in U.S. anti-bribery enforcement. Continue reading

Another FCA Cybersecurity Settlement Reinforces the Enforcement Trend – A recent United States Department of Justice announcement highlights the fact that the government’s emphasis on cybersecurity enforcement under the False Claims Act is not slowing down. Continue reading

DOJ Criminal Division Updates (Part 3): New Reasons for Companies to Self-Disclose Criminal Conduct – On May 12, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced revisions to its Criminal Division Corporate Enforcement and Voluntary Self-Disclosure Policy (CEP). As a part of the new administration’s priorities and policies for prosecuting corporate and white collar crimes, the head of the Criminal Division directed the Fraud Section and Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Section to revise the CEP and clarify that additional benefits are available to companies that self-disclose and cooperate. Continue reading

DOJ Criminal Division Updates (Part 2): Department of Justice Updates its Corporate Criminal Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program – On August 1, 2024, the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Criminal Division launched a three-year Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program (the “Pilot Program”). The Pilot Program marked a significant effort by the DOJ to enhance its ability to fight corporate and white collar crime by enlisting whistleblowers to aid in the effort. Continue reading

DOJ Criminal Division Updates (Part 1): DOJ’s New White Collar Crime Enforcement Plan – On May 12, DOJ’s Criminal Division head, Matthew G. Galeotti, issued a memo to all Criminal Division personnel, entitled “Focus, Fairness, and Efficiency in the Fight Against White-Collar Crime,” to “outline the Criminal Division’s enforcement priorities and policies for prosecuting corporate and white-collar crimes in the new administration.” Continue reading

Federal Judge Restrains Liability for Alleged False DEI Certifications – President Trump’s January 21 Executive Order targeting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs and, specifically, § 3(b)(iv)) cannot be the basis for liability — at least for one proactive litigant in the Northern District of Illinois. The holding could have broader implications for False Claims Act defendants concerned about evolving certification requirements.

FinCEN Removes Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements for U.S. Companies and U.S. Persons, Sets New Deadlines for Foreign Companies – Starting March 21, only foreign companies that have registered to do business in the U.S. will be required to comply with the CTA.

Treasury Department Announces Suspension of Enforcement of Corporate Transparency Act Against U.S. Citizens and Domestic Reporting Companies – The Department’s announcement would appear to end the CTA regulatory regime for all entities other than foreign companies that have registered to do business in the U.S.

The More Things Change… DOJ’s Latest Cyber Settlement Shows Continued False Claims Act Risk – Although the change in administrations has heralded shifting enforcement priorities at the U.S. Department of Justice, cybersecurity enforcement under the False Claims Act appears to be alive and well.

Renewed Prohibition on Use of Sub-Regulatory Guidance – Key to False Claims Act Cases – “It’s déjà vu all over again.” Attorney General Pam Bondi has not surprisingly renewed the prior Trump administration’s prohibition on the use of sub-regulatory guidance, potentially altering the landscape for False Claims Act cases pursued during the second Trump administration.

Christopher Swift Comments on FCPA Enforcement Pause – ��ý; Lardner LLP partner Christopher Swift commented on the Trump administration’s executive order pausing enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act in The New York Times article, “Moves by Trump and Bondi Raise Hopes of Those Accused of Foreign Corruption.” Continue reading

Business Impacts of Trump’s Executive Order Pausing FCPA Enforcement – On February 10, President Trump issued an Executive Order, Pausing Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Enforcement to Further American Economic and National Security, signaling a shift in U.S. enforcement priorities regarding foreign bribery. Continue reading

How Risky Are DEI Programs Under Trump 2.0? – Trump executive order to end all DEI and ESG programs under threat of FCA charges. Continue reading

Drug Pricing: Trump Signs “Most Favored Nation” Executive Order – On May 12, 2025, President Trump signed the second drug pricing-related Executive Order (EO) of his current administration. While President Trump’s first drug pricing-related EO focused on lowering the cost of prescription drugs by continuing and modifying the negotiations initiated by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 and issuing directives for administrative agencies to initiate cost cuts, this EO focuses on global comparative pricing. Continue reading

Jason Mehta Assesses Trump Administration Scrutiny of Medicare Advantage – ��ý; Lardner LLP partner Jason Mehta assessed the potential enforcement approach of the Trump administration on Medicare Advantage plans in the Law360 article, “Medicare Advantage ‘Upcoding’ In Federal Crosshairs.”

Judith Waltz Assesses HHS Plan to Fast-Track Policy – ��ý; Lardner LLP partner Judith Waltz weighed in on the U.S. Health and Human Services’ (HHS) plan to speed policymaking through bypassing the public notice and comment process in Modern Healthcare and Report on Medicare Compliance.

Key Takeaways: 7th Annual “Let’s Talk Compliance” Conference – PYA and ��ý; Lardner hosted the 7th Annual “Let’s Talk Compliance” two-day virtual conference on January 23 and 24, 2025. Panelists included Foley attorneys and PYA subject matter experts. This key takeaway article explains how the health care & life sciences sector will be impacted by privacy & cybersecurity and antitrust M&A concerns, and how the sector will be affected post-Chevron in the new Administration.

Medicare Payment Model Trends and Economic Drivers – Awaiting Direction from Trump Administration – The Medicare program continues to face long term financial pressures associated with inflationary effects on health care costs and the growing wave of aging baby boomers. The Medicare Trust Fund, which is often viewed as a foil for health care affordability, has long faced a proverbial financing question.

Foreign Companies, U.S. Risk: The False Claims Act Can Be a Global Compliance Risk – The Trump Administration’s Department of Justice has made clear that it will aggressively use the False Claims Act as part of its corporate enforcement program. The message is not subtle. Enforcement actions are accelerating, and the statute’s scope is being leveraged aggressively to advance broader economic, political, and cultural priorities. Continue reading

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … Mitigating Risks Posed by the New Trump Administration Focus on Drug Cartels and TCOs – The Trump Administration’s crackdown on cartels and transnational criminal organizations operating abroad and in the United States is a significant Department of Justice priority. Continue reading

Customs Fraud Makes the Big Leagues: DOJ’s New White-Collar Priorities Confirm Heightened Risk – On May 12, DOJ Criminal Division Chief Matthew Galeotti announced 10 high-impact white-collar enforcement priorities. Sitting alongside health care fraud, corporate recidivism, and national-security-linked corruption was something you would not have seen from prior administrations: customs and trade fraud, including tariff evasion. Continue reading

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … The Recent Court Decisions Striking Down the IEEPA Tariffs – This year, U.S. trade policy has undergone a dramatic shift, driven by a series of presidential proclamations that have raised tariff rates sharply. Some tariffs (such as the global and reciprocal tariffs, and the special tariffs relating to fentanyl and unauthorized immigration) have been issued under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), and others have been issued using Section 232 (the sectoral tariffs on steel, aluminum, and passenger vehicles and light-duty trucks). Continue reading

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … The Current Trump Tariff Proposals (June 2025 Update) – Less than five months into the new administration, we have already seen more than 50 tariff proclamations. With new tariffs being proposed, imposed, revoked, suspended, and sometimes reimposed, it can be difficult for importers to keep up with all the proclamations. Continue reading

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … The Likely Landing Spot for the Trump Tariffs – One of the most common questions we get from clients is, “What is the future of the Trump administration’s tariff strategy?” With President Trump having issued over 50 tariff proclamations — a six-month sprint of more major changes to the tariff system than occurred over the prior 90 years — it can be hard to keep in mind that there will eventually be a landing spot for the tariffs. Continue reading

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … Customs Enforcement and False Claims Act Risks (Part III) – We complete the series on “Customs Enforcement and False Claims Act Risks” with Part III, which focuses on preparing for the most common FCA risks arising from improper management of import operations. Continue reading

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … Potential Antitrust Exposure of Tariff-Related Pricing Changes – As companies face mounting cost and supply pressures from rising tariffs, pricing managers are under growing pressure to adjust pricing strategies in fast-moving and uncertain conditions.

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … Customs Enforcement and False Claims Act Risks (Part II) – As detailed in Part I of our three-part series on Minimizing Customs Enforcement and False Claims Act Risks, the combination of the new high-tariff environment, the heightened ability of Customs (and the general public) to data mine, and the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) stated focus on using the False Claims Act (FCA) substantially increases import-related risks. In light of this heightened risk, Part II and the forthcoming Part III of this series focus on preparing for specific areas where we see heightened enforcement risk, both for Customs and FCA penalties, with this article addressing the most common FCA risks arising from submitting false Form 7501 entry summary information.

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About…Tariff Strategies for Sell-Side Contracts – With the size and scope of President Trump’s tariffs continuing to shift, this is a critical time for businesses to assess their contracts and determine how increased tariff costs might adversely affect profitability, and whether there are any strategies to mitigate the losses.

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … the Pause in the Reciprocal Tariffs – The recent announcement of a pause in the rollout of reciprocal tariffs has created some confusion — and some hope — for multinationals and importers around the world. While the announcement hopefully presages a bit of calm and the potential lowering of tariffs in what has become a rapidly escalating trade war, the reality is far more complex.

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … Customs Enforcement and False Claims Act Risks (Part I) – As detailed in our prior article on “What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … The Rising Risk of Customs False Claims Act Actions in the Trump Administration,” the Department of Justice is encouraging the use of False Claims Act claims to address the underpayment of tariffs by importers.

Gregory Husisian Comments on Tariff Variance, Impact on Nearshoring – ��ý; Lardner LLP partner Gregory Husisian assessed U.S. tariff implementation on Mexico and Asia in The Wall Street Journal article, “How Mexico Emerged From Tariff Broadside With an Edge Over Asia.”

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … The Global and Reciprocal Tariffs Announcement – On April 2, 2025, President Trump implemented the steepest American tariffs in over a century. Continue reading

What Every Multinational Company Needs to Know About … Criminal Enforcement of Trade, Import, and Tariff Rules: A Growing Risk for Businesses – In less than 100 days, the Trump administration has implemented a dizzying array of new tariffs, significantly increasing costs and complexity for U.S. importers. The administration is keenly aware that companies operating in this high-tariff environment may attempt creative, or even fraudulent, strategies to minimize tariff payments. Consequently, enforcement agencies have been directed to closely monitor and vigorously prosecute efforts at improper tariff engineering and duty evasion. Continue reading

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … The Current Trump Tariff Proposals – FAQs on Trump tariffs and related supply chain issues. Continue reading

Navigating Trump’s Semiconductor Strategy – As President Donald Trump’s second term continues, the government’s approach to the semiconductor industry is undergoing a significant shift. Industry stakeholders should anticipate changes in key areas, including the “CHIPS and Science Act,” tariff implementations, export controls, and regulatory frameworks. Continue reading

What Every Multinational Company (Doing Business in Mexico) Should Know About … Mitigating Risks From ATA Scrutiny in a New Enforcement Regime – In an Executive Order issued on January 20, 2025[1], the White House announced a shift toward increased enforcement of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), which are key statutes in the United States’ fight against terrorism. Continue reading

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … The Rising Risk of Customs False Claims Act Actions in the Trump Administration – On February 20, 2025, the Deputy Assistant Attorney General for the Commercial Litigation Branch at the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Michael Granston, emphasized using the False Claims Act (FCA) to address U.S. Customs & Border Protection (Customs) violations at the Federal Bar Association’s annual qui tam conference. According to Granston, the Trump administration will seek to “aggressively” deploy the FCA as a “powerful” enforcement mechanism against importers that take steps to evade customs duties, including all the new tariffs being imposed by the Trump administration. Continue reading

Gregory Husisian Describes Business Sentiment Around Trade Uncertainty – ��ý; Lardner LLP partner Gregory Husisian described business sentiment around the Trump administration’s fluctuating trade policy in The Associated Press article, “Trump’s erratic trade policies are baffling businesses, threatening investment and economic growth.” Continue reading

Managing Import and Tariff Risks During a Trade War Whitepaper – The focus on tariffs by the Trump administration presents significant risks for importers. Foley’s International Trade & National Security and Supply Chain practices have outlined six practical steps that importers can take to identify and manage their import-related risks and ensure their customs and supply chain integrity compliance programs are in good working order. Download Now

Coping with Tariff Uncertainty: Managing International Trade Risks Under the Trump Administration – The Trump Administration has issued multiple announcements that it will be sharply raising tariffs on most of the major U.S. trading partners, including 10 percent tariffs on China, 25 percent tariffs on Canada and Mexico (suspended for 30 days), and 25 percent tariffs on all imports of aluminum and steel products. Watch the Webinar Replay

Gregory Husisian on USMCA Viability – ‘The question is in what form?’ – ��ý; Lardner LLP partner Gregory Husisian assessed the impact of tariffs on the viability of the U.S. – Mexico – Canada Agreement in The Wall Street Journal, IndustryWeek, and Autoweek. Continue reading

2025 In-House Connect Supply Chain & Trade Law CLE Summit – With the new Trump administration taking office, significant policy shifts are on the horizon, particularly for the manufacturing sector. Join ��ý; Lardner LLP and In-House Connect on February 26 for a half-day webinar full of insights regarding policy shifts, supply chain, tariffs, international trade laws, and more. Continue reading

Gregory Husisian Weighs in on Suspension of De Minimis Trade Exemption – ��ý; Lardner LLP partner Gregory Husisian offered important context on President Trump’s recent trade actions on China in The Wall Street Journal and Vogue Business. Continue reading

Tariffs: Does Your Contract Protect You? – The Trump administration’s tariffs have reshaped global trade—but how do they impact your contracts? From force majeure to price adjustment clauses, understanding these provisions is critical for protecting your business. We’ve got an FAQ to break down key contract considerations to help you navigate the complexities of tariff-related risks. Continue reading

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … Managing Import Risks Under the New Trump Administration (Part I): Identifying Risks and Opportunities – The expected focus on tariffs and supply chain issues by the Trump administration presents significant risks for frequent importers. Continue reading

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … Managing Import Risks Under the New Trump Administration (Part II): The Implications of President Trump’s “America First Trade Memorandum” – During his campaign, President Trump often stated that he would be implementing an “America First” international trade policy, which he said explicitly would include higher tariffs, potentially on imports from the entire world. On January 20, President Trump issued a presidential memorandum taking the first steps toward implementing this agenda. Continue reading

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … Managing Import Risks Under the New Trump Administration (Part III): A 12-Step Plan for Coping with Tariff and Supply Chain Uncertainties – 12-step program form mitigation of tariff risks under Trump administration — Part III of a three-part series (with a possible Part IV to come). Continue reading

Your Company Received an ICE Notice of Inspection — Now What? – Across the country, ICE has been actively issuing Notices of Inspections (NOI) to obtain I-9 forms and other key records regarding the businesses and the persons they employ at construction companies, factories, hospitality locations, restaurants, and other businesses such as agricultural businesses. Continue reading

Achieving DEI Compliance…On Your Website – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) efforts, and the term itself, have become increasingly scrutinized and subjected to legal challenges by both government and private actors, making an understanding of the current DEI climate and applicable law critical to organizations advancing efforts to support DEI initiatives. Continue reading

Disparate-Impact Liability Gets Cancelled: Trump Executive Order Seeks to Eradicate Disparate-Impact Liability From Federal (And State) Law – On May 1, 2025, the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor issued a Field Assistance Bulletin stepping back from a restrictive independent contractor rule issued under the Biden administration — a move that should be welcomed by manufacturers and franchisors who depend on workforce models including independent contractors.

Taming the Tariffs: Employee Benefit Issues for Employers During Times of Economic Uncertainty – Group Employee Terminations – Many companies are scrambling to quickly assess how to reduce the business impact of the upheaval to U.S. manufacturing and trading with the recent onslaught of tariffs threatened or imposed by the United States and the related global response.

Taming the Tariffs: Employee Benefit Issues for Employers During Times of Economic Uncertainty – Reducing or Suspending Qualified Retirement Plan Contributions – This article considers several questions employers may be asking about ways to reduce corresponding costs with respect to employer-sponsored qualified retirement plans, like 401(k), 403(b), and pension plans.

One Year Later, FTC’s Noncompete Ban Remains on Life Support, as FTC Mulls Pulling the Plug – As readers of this blog will recall, last April, the Federal Trade Commission voted along party lines to finalize a rule that would have banned the vast majority of employee noncompete agreements across the country.

2025 Law & Compliance Division Conference – Connect with legal & compliance professionals in the cleared derivatives industry at L&C 2025, taking place 23-25 April. The Law & Compliance Division Conference examines the legal, regulatory, and enforcement developments impacting your business and offers practical compliance tips and strategies for the industry.

Another Court Blocks DEI-Related Certification Requirement – On March 27, 2025, U.S. District Judge Matthew Kennelly of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois issued a temporary restraining order prohibiting the Department of Labor (DOL) from enforcing certain provisions of Executive Orders 14173 and 14151 against Chicago Women in Trades, a domestic nonprofit that receives federal funding from the DOL.

What to Know About International Travel by Employees with Work Visas – In light of new immigration guidelines impacting visa holders, employers also should prepare for travel outside the U.S. (whether for personal or business reasons) by their employees with work visas. Continue reading

Trump Executive Order Affects Federal Contractor Minimum Wage – On March 14, 2025, the president issued a new executive order (EO) entitled, “Additional Rescissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions.” This new executive order revokes EO 14026, issued by President Biden, which raised the minimum wage to $17.75 (effective January 1, 2025) for government contracts entered into after January 30, 2022 (including all renewals, extensions, and options). Continue reading

DEI Injunction Terminated by Federal Court of Appeals Reinstating DEI Certification Requirement and Civil False Claims Act Risk – Not long after issuance of EO 14173, litigation was initiated, challenging the executive order as unconstitutionally vague and a violation of the First Amendment, among other arguments: The DEI-related provisions, including the certification requirement, based on the failure of the executive order to define or provide any guidance as to what would be considered an “illegal” DEI or DEIA program. Continue reading

Are Workforce Reductions Coming to the Private Sector? And, if so, How Should Companies Handle Them? – Massive federal workforce reductions (once a rare event) have been featured prominently in the news lately, along with reports of criticism about the way they are occurring. Will private companies follow suit? Continue reading

Christopher Ward Weighs in on New EEOC Agenda – ��ý; Lardner LLP partner Christopher Ward commented on the U.S. Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) shift in enforcement priorities under the second Trump administration in the Forbes article, “Gender Identity Discrimination Still Illegal, Lawyers Remind Employers.” Continue reading

The New Enforcement Landscape Under the Trump Administration’s Executive Orders – President Trump’s executive orders, signed on January 20, 2025, have significantly altered the immigration enforcement landscape. Continue reading

Court Enjoins Portions of Trump Administration’s DEI Executive Orders – In another regulatory turn for federal contractors and private employers, a federal judge partially enjoined enforcement of provisions of the Trump Administration’s executive orders regarding diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEI or DEIA) programs on Friday, February 21, 2025. Continue reading

One Month into the New Administration, Employers Have a Lot to Think About – This past week marked the one-month anniversary of the new Trump Administration, and there have been many developments — including in just the past week — to which employers need to pay attention. Continue reading

Is Your Nonprofit Slashing Benefits to Offset Federal Funding Cuts? – On February 6, 2025, the Trump administration (the Administration) issued an directing the heads of Federal executive departments and agencies to review all funding the Agencies provide to “Nongovernmental Organizations.” Continue reading

Practical Implications of Immigration Enforcement Activity on Retirement Plans – The second Trump administration is intensely focused on enforcement of U.S. immigration laws. Continue reading

Top Tips for Companies to Prepare for an Immigration Visit – Trump administration efforts to eliminate safe havens for undocumented immigrants, and how to prepare for warrants and searches. Continue reading

Trump Administration Provides Some Guidance on DEI Programs – Following up on the Trump Administration’s series of executive orders and statements regarding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEI or DEIA) programs, on February 5, 2025, both the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the United States Attorney General Office issued memoranda reflecting additional guidance as to what may constitute an “illegal” DEI or DEIA program and directing enforcement action. Continue reading

EEOC Retires Guidance Protecting LGBTQ Workers and Others From Discrimination, Continuing Rapid Remake of Federal Policy Through Presidential Action – In late January, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) made several key removals of content from its online guidance resources — the website location where the EEOC publishes its views on what federal law should be interpreted to mean describing the federal government’s enforcement priorities under the framework of laws administered by the agency. Continue reading

Navigating Joint Employment: A Renewed Push to Implement a More Employer-Friendly Standard – With a Republican-controlled Congress and White House, business lobbyists are seizing the opportunity to push for permanent clarity on the issue of joint employment. The International Franchise Association is advocating for legislation that would establish a narrow standard, requiring an employer to have “direct” control over a worker’s terms of employment to be deemed a joint employer. Continue reading

Trump Department of Labor Signals Likely Retreat from Biden Era Independent Contractor Classification Rule – We’ve written before about the “tennis match” that describes how, with changes in presidential parties, the DOL has proposed different tests to determine whether workers are “employees” covered by the FLSA or “independent contractors” who are exempt from FLSA coverage. Indeed, with the new administration taking office last month, the DOL looks to be setting up a new volley in this ongoing match. Continue reading

Vigorous Immigration Law Is Here: I-9 Inspections, Site Visits, and More – President Trump’s new administration takes charge this week with a renewed focus on enforcing federal immigration law. In fact, as explained in today’s companion article, one of President Trump’s first action items on Inauguration Day was the issuance of a series of executive orders relating to immigration policy. Continue reading

President Trump’s Inauguration Day Immigration Executive Orders – During President Trump’s first hours in the White House, he issued a sweeping series of executive orders, including several regarding immigration policy: Protecting the American People Against Invasion, Securing Our Borders, and Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship (the “Immigration Orders”). Continue reading

President Trump’s “Rescission” Executive Order – Among the executive orders issued by President Trump on January 20, 2025, was one titled Initial Rescissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions (the “Order”). Continue reading

Trump Orders Hiring Freeze and Return to Work for Federal Employees – Among the myriad executive orders issued by President Trump in the hours after his inauguration, two focus on the number and location of federal employees. Continue reading

President Trump Ends Affirmative Action Requirements for Federal Contractors – Amidst a flurry of employment-related executive orders issued during the first few days of the new administration, on January 21, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order titled Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity (“the Executive Order”). Continue reading

Trump Administration Purports to Fire CPSC Commissioners – Despite Congress’s establishment of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) as an independent agency through the Consumer Product Safety Act, recent events indicate that the Trump Administration is taking further action to ensure its accountability to the president alone.

Leaked Budget Proposal Suggests Major Restructuring of Federal Health and Safety Agencies, Including the Consumer Product Safety Commission – A recently leaked and apparently genuine Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Budget “Passback” memorandum—the OMB’s official feedback mechanism for budget submissions from federal agencies—signals major changes to the Department of Health and Human Services’ proposed discretionary budget for Fiscal Year 2026.

President Trump’s Tariffs Announcement and their Impact on Mexico – President Trump’s announcement of tariffs will impact trade partners across the globe. As it relates to Mexico, products that comply with USMCA regulations are exempt, while those that are not will carry a 25%. With other countries being hit harder by tariffs, Mexico may attract investment from those countries who may want to consider Mexico for their manufacturing operations.

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … The New Steel and Aluminum Tariffs (Part II) – As reported in our prior article, “What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … The New Steel and Aluminum Tariffs (Part I),” President Trump signed two proclamations on February 10, 2025, imposing 25-percent tariffs on aluminum and steel.

What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … The New Steel and Aluminum Tariffs (Part I) – On February 10, 2025, President Trump signed proclamations titled Adjusting Imports of Steel Into the United States and Adjusting Imports of Aluminum into the United States. The proclamations cover both steel and aluminum tariffs, which will be raised to a flat 25 percent.

Make Food “Healthy” Again: FDA’s Resolution for a Healthier 2025 – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) began 2025 with a resolution to make food “healthy” again by announcing rules intended to make it easier for consumers to identify healthy food choices. The rules include a new ban on the use of red dye No. 3, among others. Continue reading

Andrew Wronski Weighs in on New Administration’s Potential Impact on Manufacturing Sector – ��ý; Lardner LLP partner Andrew Wronski is featured for his insights on the incoming presidential administration’s impact upon the manufacturing sector in the Milwaukee Business Journal article, “Tariff-ied of the Future?“ Continue reading

Cybersecurity Executive Order — Key Implications for the Manufacturing Industry – The manufacturing sector is encountering an increasing number of sophisticated threats, including ransomware attacks, vulnerabilities in the supply chain, and intellectual property theft. While the future of Biden’s cybersecurity executive order under the Trump administration is uncertain, manufacturers cannot afford to postpone action. This article, jointly authored with the Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute, provides guidance tailored to manufacturing companies navigating this evolving regulatory and threat environment. Continue reading

Trump Administration’s Executive Orders Attempt To Reset Sex & Gender Identity Issues in Women’s Sports – In the days immediately following his inauguration, President Trump issued a wide range of Executive Orders, including Executive Order 14201 (Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports). While EO14201 will likely face legal challenges in implementation, especially given conflicting state laws and the deep political divide, it portends potentially seismic policy shifts around women’s and college sports.

Foley Attorneys Explore Election Impact on NCAA – ��ý; Lardner LLP attorneys Jon Israel, Zachary Flagel, and John Riley authored the Sports Business Journal article, “The 2024 U.S. election: A turning point for the NCAA?“

Latest FCA Cybersecurity Settlement Shows Enforcement Remains a Priority Under Trump Administration – A recent United States Department of Justice (DOJ) announcement reinforces that enforcement of cybersecurity requirements under the False Claims Act (FCA) remains an ongoing risk. According to the press release, defense contractor MORSECORP Inc. (MORSE) agreed to pay US$4.6 million to resolve a FCA matter arising from a qui tam relator’s suit alleging that MORSE failed to comply with certain U.S. Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements.

Executive Order on Strengthening and Promoting Innovation in the Nation’s Cybersecurity and Potential Implications Under the Trump Administration – The Trump administration’s approach to cybersecurity remains uncertain, but early signs indicate possible adjustments to Biden’s cybersecurity executive order. Regardless of whether the executive order remains in effect, organizations should prioritize cybersecurity to mitigate risks and uphold resilience.

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