"On July 9, 2025, the DOL filed an amicus brief in favor of the defendant-employer in a lawsuit challenging the use of 401(k) plan forfeitures in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.... [On] June 2, 2025, the DOL announced an enhanced opinion letter program ... The recent shift to a more fiduciary-friendly enforcement position will likely be supported by the nominee for Assistant Secretary of Labor for [EBSA], Dan Aronowitz, who has not yet been confirmed by the full Senate. "  MORE >>