California comes under DOJ scrutiny for program boosting gay-owned contractors

California is facing scrutiny from the Department of Justice over a program that gives an edge to LGBT-owned contractors in securing contracts from the California Public Utilities Commission, provided they can validate their ownership. This initiative has sparked debate on whether such affirmative action measures are appropriate or if they might violate anti-discrimination laws. The implications are significant, as they touch on issues of equality, fairness in contracting practices, and the potential legal challenges that could arise from such policies. The DOJ's investigation could set a precedent for similar programs nationwide.