
WASHINGTON — A federal judge on Friday struck down President Donald Trump’s executive order targeting the law firm Perkins Coie in a blistering opinion calling the president’s efforts “an unprecedented attack” on the U.S. judicial system. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. U.S.
Main Idea: A federal judge struck down Donald Trump’s executive order against Perkins Coie, saying it was an unconstitutional attack on the law firm and the courts.
Key Points:
Trump’s attempt to punish a law firm could raise fears about political retaliation, which may make lawyers less willing to take on controversial clients and weaken trust in the courts.
Judge Beryl Howell’s ruling protects free speech and the right to choose counsel, which can help keep legal services open for voters, workers, and small businesses.
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Federal judge who issued the ruling striking down the executive order and whose opinion is the central action.
Law firm directly targeted by Trump’s order and the plaintiff that won the injunction.
Central political actor whose executive order targeting Perkins Coie is the subject of the article.
Federal agency involved because its lawyer defended the executive order in court and the department was part of.
Named billionaire donor referenced in the article as part of Trump’s stated reason for targeting the firm.
Named political figure whose representation by Perkins Coie is cited as part of the alleged basis for the.
Named law firm used as a comparison in the article’s discussion of other firms reaching deals with the.
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Referenced as the institution the judge said was under attack, but not a separate actor taking action in.
Historical figure cited by the judge as an example of independent legal representation.