Law Firms Nationwide Fight Back Against Trump's Attacks

President Trump is intensifying his campaign against law firms that oppose his administration, issuing executive orders that strip security clearances, cancel government contracts, and bar employees from future government employment. Two prominent firms, Jenner & Block and WilmerHale, have filed lawsuits claiming these actions violate their First Amendment rights. Meanwhile, San Francisco's Keker, Van Nest & Peters has publicly condemned Trump's efforts as a threat to constitutional values and is urging other firms to resist such intimidation. Trump's orders specifically target firms with connections to legal battles against him, including Perkins Coie, which has also launched a defiant response. California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alongside other state attorneys general, has voiced strong opposition to Trump's tactics, emphasizing the importance of legal representation for unpopular causes. Despite the backlash, some firms like Paul, Weiss have capitulated to Trump's demands, highlighting a divide within the legal community.