The DOJ has announced the creation of a new Enforcement & Affirmative Litigation Branch within its Civil Division. This branch replaces the Consumer Protection Branch (CPB) and consolidates the DOJ’s affirmative litigation and enforcement efforts under a single unit. Represents the U.S. in lawsuits against states, municipalities, and private entities that interfere with or obstruct federal policies. Key Areas of FocusFederal immigration enforcement, including actions related to jurisdictions or so-called “Sanctuary Cities” that do not cooperate with federal immigration authorities. Assistant Attorney General Brett A. Shumate noted that consolidating the Civil Division’s affirmative litigation work is intended to strengthen the DOJ’s ability to pursue litigation and enforcement initiatives.