Overview
- Harmeet Dhillon was confirmed as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights in a 52-45 Senate vote, with Senator Lisa Murkowski as the sole Republican opposing the nomination.
- Dhillon, a staunch Trump ally, has a history of opposing affirmative action, DEI policies, and LGBTQ+ rights, raising concerns among civil rights advocates about her leadership priorities.
- Critics argue the confirmation aligns with broader Trump administration efforts to reshape the Civil Rights Division's focus, including reduced oversight of police departments and challenges to voting rights.
- Supporters praise Dhillon for her conservative legal approach, highlighting her advocacy for free speech and religious liberties through her nonprofit, the Center for American Liberty.
- Civil rights groups warn that Dhillon's leadership could undermine protections for marginalized communities, citing her record of challenging voting rights and transgender protections.