Trump Rescinds Executive Order Against Paul, Weiss After $40M Deal

The law firm agreed to provide $40 million in pro bono services, disavow DEI policies, and audit hiring practices to resolve the conflict with the Trump administration.

President Trump withdrew an executive order targeting Paul, Weiss after the firm reached a deal involving significant concessions.
The agreement includes $40 million in pro bono legal services to support Trump administration initiatives, such as aiding veterans and combating antisemitism.
Paul, Weiss committed to disavowing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies and agreed to audit its employment practices.
The executive order, issued on March 14, had suspended the firm's security clearances and barred its attorneys from federal buildings.
The legal community has criticized Paul, Weiss for capitulating to political pressure, raising concerns about the independence of the legal profession.