UNITED SIKHS congratulates Attorney Harmeet Kaur Dhillon from California on her historic nomination as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights in the U.S. Department of Justice. This significant appointment marks a milestone for the Sikh community and underscores the importance of diversity and representation in the highest echelons of government.

Dhillon, a distinguished lawyer and a respected member of the Sikh community, has been a tireless advocate for civil liberties and justice throughout her career. She is known for her staunch advocacy for conservative causes and has gained national attention for her legal work and political involvement.

Her nomination by President-elect Donald Trump is a testament to her unwavering commitment to defending constitutional rights and promoting equality for all.

UNITED SIKHS is delighted to see Harmeet Kaur Dhillon being nominated for this pivotal role. Her dedication to upholding civil rights and her extensive legal expertise make her an exemplary choice for this position. We are confident that she will bring a strong and principled voice to the Department of Justice, ensuring that the rights of all individuals are protected and respected. 

Harmeet Kaur Dhillon’s journey from her roots in Chandigarh, India, to her prominent role in American law and politics is an inspiring story of perseverance and achievement. She attended Dartmouth College, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and was the first woman to serve as editor of the Dartmouth Review. Later she went on to earn her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Virginia School of Law.

Dhillon began her legal career working as a clerk for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and in the Justice Department’s Civil Division’s Constitutional Torts Section. She worked at the prestigious law firm Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher before founding her own firm, the Dhillon Law Group, in San Francisco in 2006. Her practice focuses on civil rights litigation, employment law, defamation cases, and business disputes.

Her work has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to justice, from challenging social media censorship to defending religious freedoms during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dhillon’s nomination is a proud moment for the Sikh community and a step forward in the ongoing effort to ensure diverse representation in government. UNITED SIKHS looks forward to engaging with her on issues impacting the Sikh Community and other minority communities including hate crimes, transnational repression, religious profiling and other racial biases. We are excited to work with Dhillon  towards advancing civil rights and justice for all Americans.