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Trump Suspends Security Clearances for Perkins Coie Employees

3/6/2025

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In a bold move, President Trump has signed an executive order suspending security clearances for Perkins Coie LLP employees, tied to the controversial 2016 Steele dossier. He condemned the firm’s actions as unethical, asserting the importance of safeguarding against the misuse of government power for political gain while initiating a review of the firm's adherence to civil rights laws.

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In a bold move, President Trump has signed an executive order suspending security clearances for Perkins Coie LLP employees, tied to the controversial 2016 Steele dossier. He condemned the firm’s actions as unethical, asserting the importance of safeguarding against the misuse of government power for political gain while initiating a review of the firm's adherence to civil rights laws.