Addressing Risks From Paul Weiss

Executive Order March 20, 2025 Document 2025-04867

Summary

President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14237 on March 14, 2025, targeting the law firm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP (Paul Weiss) by suspending security clearances and reviewing government contracts with the firm. The order accuses Paul Weiss of engaging in activities that undermine American interests, including alleged racial discrimination and actions against the Trump administration. This move could have significant legal and political implications, as it restricts the firm's access to federal resources and could strain relationships between the government and legal entities, potentially affecting how law firms engage with government contracts and national security matters.