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Trump Revokes Security Clearances for Perkins Coie Over Russia Probe, DEI Practices

The executive order targets the law firm at the center of the Steele Dossier and mandates a review of federal contracts and alleged discriminatory practices.

President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office, on the day he signs executive orders, at the White House in Washington, D.C., on March 6, 2025.
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WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 06: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks before signing executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House on March 06, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Trump signed a series of executive orders, including, lifting 25% tariffs for all goods compliant under USMCA trade agreement, terminating the security clearances of those who work at the law firm Perkins Coie, combating drug trafficking at the northern border and announced a $20 billion investment by shipping giant CMA CGM for U.S. infrastructure and jobs. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

Overview

  • President Donald Trump signed an executive order suspending security clearances for employees of Perkins Coie LLP, citing national security concerns and alleged misconduct.
  • The law firm was involved in hiring Fusion GPS, which produced the Steele Dossier during the 2016 election, a document later largely discredited by investigations.
  • The order includes a review of federal contracts with Perkins Coie, restricts its employees from accessing government facilities, and prohibits federal agencies from hiring them without specific authorization.
  • The Trump administration claims Perkins Coie participated in 'lawfare' by working to overturn voter ID laws and engaged in discriminatory practices through diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs.
  • This move is part of broader efforts by the Trump administration to address perceived weaponization of institutions and alleged biases in both the public and private sectors.