Trump Administration Faces Backlash Over Targeting Major Law Firms

President Trump's executive orders penalize prominent firms for representing clients and causes he opposes, raising constitutional and ethical concerns.

• President Trump has issued executive orders targeting law firms, including Perkins Coie, Covington & Burling, and Paul Weiss, citing their past work for political opponents and investigations against him.
• The orders revoke security clearances, cancel government contracts, and restrict access to federal buildings for attorneys at these firms, actions viewed as unprecedented in U.S. political history.
• Critics argue that the measures violate constitutional principles such as free speech and due process, with a federal judge temporarily blocking parts of the orders.
• Over 300 Biglaw associates have signed an open letter urging firm leaders to publicly condemn the administration's actions, which they describe as an attack on the rule of law.
• The legal and business communities are reportedly hesitant to respond publicly, fearing retaliation, while some experts warn of a chilling effect on the legal profession.

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