President Trump's executive order targeting law firm Perkins Coie

SOURCE www.npr.org
A federal judge temporarily blocked parts of President Trump's executive order targeting law firm Perkins Coie for its representation of Hillary Clinton's 2016 campaign and other causes. The judge ruled that the order likely violates the law firm's constitutional rights and undermines the legal profession's ability to advocate for clients with unpopular causes.

Key Points

  • President Trump's executive order accuses Perkins Coie of dishonest and dangerous activity.
  • The order seeks to impose punitive measures on the law firm, including suspending security clearances and prohibiting government contractors from working with Perkins Coie.
  • The federal judge blocked enforcement of the executive order, citing violations of the law firm's First, Fifth, and Sixth amendment rights.

Pros

  • The federal judge's ruling protects the constitutional rights of Perkins Coie and the legal profession's ability to advocate for clients with unpopular causes.

Cons

  • The executive order could potentially harm Perkins Coie's business and relationships with clients.