Civil Rights Division

The Civil Rights Division is a component of the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) responsible for enforcing federal laws prohibiting discrimination. It works to uphold the civil and constitutional rights of all Americans, focusing on areas like voting rights, fair housing, employment, education, and criminal justice. The division is currently newsworthy due to a federal civil rights investigation into the shooting death of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol officers in Minneapolis. This investigation aims to determine if any civil rights violations occurred. Additionally, a group of former DOJ employees has publicly criticized the Trump administration, alleging that its policies and leadership have led to the "near destruction" of the Civil Rights Division by prioritizing political agendas over impartial enforcement of civil rights laws. These allegations raise concerns about the division's ability to effectively protect civil rights under the current administration.