Addressing Risks From Perkins Coie LLP

Executive Order March 11, 2025 Document 2025-03989

Summary

President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14230, targeting the law firm Perkins Coie LLP for its alleged involvement in undermining democratic processes and engaging in discriminatory practices. The order mandates a suspension of security clearances for individuals associated with the firm, a review of government contracts involving Perkins Coie, and a crackdown on discriminatory hiring practices within large law firms. This action could lead to significant legal and political consequences, potentially impacting government operations and sparking debates over the balance between national security and legal rights.