Justice Department Criticizes Judge for Blocking Trump's Order on Law Firms

The Trump administration has criticized a federal judge for blocking enforcement of an executive order aimed at penalizing the law firm Jenner & Block. Attorney General Pam Bondi, in a memo to agency heads, expressed discontent with the judge's ruling, which temporarily halted provisions that restricted the firm's access to federal contracts and government buildings. Bondi and Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought argued that the judge overstepped his authority and demanded that the Supreme Court curtail such judicial actions. The executive order was part of a broader strategy to target law firms perceived as politically adversarial to Trump, with Jenner & Block contesting the order in court. The administration's stance reflects ongoing tensions between the executive branch and the judiciary, particularly regarding checks on presidential power. Multiple law firms have either contested the orders or sought settlements to avoid sanctions, indicating a growing divide within the legal community over Trump's approach.