The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued new guidelines resuming enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) under the Trump administration. These updated enforcement directives emphasize a narrower scope of FCPA investigations and adopt a risk-based approach. The guidelines prioritize the protection of American interests and reflect a shift in white-collar enforcement policy. Legal experts and law firms have released analyses and compliance tips to help companies navigate the changes, including DOJ directives on declinations, cooperation, and whistleblower programs. The resumption of FCPA enforcement marks the lifting of a previous pause, signaling increased regulatory activity in anti-corruption compliance. Additionally, related regulatory updates include guidance from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) on criminal regulatory offenses and Treasury Department initiatives on foreign investment and artificial intelligence outbound inquiries.
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