Trump Rescinds Order After Law Firm Agrees to Major Concessions

Paul, Weiss committed to $40 million in pro bono services and dropped DEI policies to resolve an unprecedented executive order targeting the firm.

Paul, Weiss agreed to provide $40 million in pro bono legal services to support Trump administration initiatives, including aiding veterans and combating antisemitism.
The firm eliminated diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies as part of the agreement to have the executive order withdrawn.
Trump's executive order had revoked security clearances for Paul, Weiss attorneys, barred them from federal buildings, and threatened its federal contracts.
The legal community criticized Paul, Weiss for capitulating to political pressure, raising concerns about the precedent it sets for the independence of the legal profession.
This action is part of a broader campaign by the Trump administration targeting law firms and organizations associated with political adversaries and DEI initiatives.