Trump Expands Campaign Against Law Firms with New Executive Order
The president's latest action targets Jenner & Block, intensifying his unprecedented use of executive power to pressure legal opponents and raising concerns about judicial independence.
- President Trump issued an executive order targeting Jenner & Block, restricting federal contracts and security clearances for its lawyers, citing partisan representation.
- This marks the fourth major law firm Trump has targeted, following actions against Covington & Burling, Perkins Coie, and Paul Weiss in recent weeks.
- Paul Weiss faced significant backlash after settling with the administration, agreeing to $40 million in pro bono work and merit-based hiring practices to avoid further repercussions.
- Chief Justice John Roberts issued a rare public statement defending judicial independence after Trump called for the impeachment of judges who ruled against his administration.
- Legal experts and bar associations warn that Trump's actions threaten the rule of law, potentially discouraging firms from representing clients opposing the administration.
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