The EEOC’s first subpoena enforcement under the PWFA sets an important precedent. Employers must take pregnancy-related accommodation requests seriously and engage in the interactive process in good faith. This case also highlights the importance of transparency during federal investigations and the legal consequences of noncomp

This latest guidance from the EEOC and DOJ is not a rejection of DEI goals—it’s a reminder that equality under the law must guide how those goals are pursued. Employers can still promote inclusion, equity, and belonging, but they must do so in ways that comply with Title VII and avoid discriminatory practices, regardless of intent.