Department of Justice's New National Fraud Enforcement Division Officially Takes Effect

The U.S. Department of Justice's (DOJ) newly established National Fraud Enforcement Division officially became effective on August 24, 2026. This new division, the first significant DOJ component since 2006, has expanded personnel and authority over criminal proceedings in six categories, including criminal frauds, internal revenue laws, trade fraud, and healthcare fraud. The formal establishment follows a final rule published on August 18, 2026, and outlines an aggressive plan to increase personnel to approximately 500 attorneys and staff.