Trump Secures $600 Million from Major Law Firms for Pro Bono Work

President Trump announced that five major law firms will provide a total of $600 million in pro bono legal services to support causes aligned with his administration's priorities, including assisting veterans and combatting antisemitism. This agreement follows previous settlements with other law firms and comes as a response to executive orders targeting firms perceived to oppose Trump. The firms involved, including Kirkland & Ellis and Latham & Watkins, have committed to not denying representation based on political views and to work on a variety of legal matters. In exchange for their commitment, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has withdrawn investigations into their hiring practices. Critics argue that these agreements chill attorneys' ability to choose clients freely and raise concerns about the implications for legal representation. Overall, nine law firms have now pledged nearly $1 billion in legal support under these agreements.