“No one should be treated as guilty of racial discrimination without any evidence they intended to discriminate. Yet, for years, the federal government publicly branded American businesses as racist, and drowned them in legal costs, by accusing them of “disparate impact.” The”
Ferguson announces FTC categorically disavows disparate-impact discrimination claims, requiring evidence of intentional discrimination not just outcome differences
“The FTC has no legal authority to impose disparate-impact liability. Today, we released a policy statement categorically disavowing discrimination claims based on a difference of outcomes rather than evidence of intentional discrimination. https://t.co/ViBAe6kJaR”
Ferguson praises Dave's work and calls Will Scharf phenomenal talent who will do excellent work
“Dave has done an outstanding job in one of the most important lawyer roles in the government. @willscharf is a phenomenal talent and will do excellent work. Another great appointment by President Trump. https://t.co/pc7kdX2mR5”
Ferguson defends fraud prosecution against woman who allegedly stole from citizens, responding to NYT criticism of DOJ enforcement
“🔥🧵from @SaysSimonson. As usual, Joe is exactly correct about this. When we said we’re going to stop fraud against government programs, we meant ALL fraud. Every dollar this woman allegedly stole from American citizens was an injustice. She’s getting what she deserves: JUSTICE. https://t.co/YWSF5YxqeD”