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Trump Targets Rival Law Firms with Executive Orders

4/27/2025

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President Donald Trump is ramping up his battle against law firms associated with his political rivals, enacting executive orders that jeopardize their federal contracts and security clearances. While some firms are stepping up with pro bono efforts, others, including Perkins Coie and WilmerHale, are fighting back in court, as Trump insists his measures are warranted responses to alleged misconduct.

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President Donald Trump is ramping up his battle against law firms associated with his political rivals, enacting executive orders that jeopardize their federal contracts and security clearances. While some firms are stepping up with pro bono efforts, others, including Perkins Coie and WilmerHale, are fighting back in court, as Trump insists his measures are warranted responses to alleged misconduct.