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This week’s top headline centers on the DOJ’s aggressive new White Collar Enforcement Plan, unveiled at the annual Anti-Money Laundering and Financial Crimes Conference by Criminal Division Chief Matthew Galeotti. He told attendees the division is “turning a new page on white-collar and corporate enforcement,” balancing rigorous prosecution of wrongdoing with protecting innovation and not overburdening legitimate businesses. In Galeotti’s words, the DOJ intends “to strike an appropriate balance between prosecuting corporate wrongdoing and minimizing unnecessary burdens on American enterprise.”

Under the new policy, the DOJ’s 1,100-plus prosecutors in the Criminal Division will focus on ten “high-impact” areas affecting American citizens and companies, from healthcare fraud to newer challenges like trade and tariff violations. Updates to corporate enforcement include stronger incentives for companies to self-disclose and cooperate. The DOJ is also tightening standards for when corporate monitors are imposed, reserving them for cases of the most significant risk. Whistleblower programs are expanding, with more robust protections and new rewards—making it easier for employees who spot wrongdoing to safely report it.

For American businesses, these changes signal that while enforcement is not loosening, the DOJ is seeking fairer, faster resolutions. Companies acting in good faith and proactively disclosing issues could be eligible for significant leniency, while those obstructing justice face steeper penalties. This has immediate impacts on compliance officers, legal teams, and boards nationwide and encourages investment in internal controls and transparency.

State and local governments—often partners or recipients of DOJ grants—should note the agency’s investment in training and technical assistance. The JustGrants platform is open for new applicant registrations, and existing grant recipients impacted by recent California wildfires should review updated requirements for reporting and spending. Grant deadlines and eligibility details are available on the DOJ Grants website.

Looking ahead, DOJ is seeking public input on some regulatory priorities, including anti-fraud measures and new whistleblower guidelines. If you’re a compliance professional—or just a citizen who cares about fair business practices—you can track upcoming webinars and submit comments online.

Keep an eye out for further DOJ moves: more detailed guidelines on Foreign Corrupt Practices Act enforcement are expected this fall, likely to affect both global companies and state-level economic partners.

For resources, visit justice.gov or the JustGrants portal. More details and engagement opportunities are posted there weekly.

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