Bulwark Takes MAJOR Trump Loss! Judge Rules Order on Law Firms UNCONSTITUTIONAL.
May 3, 2025
A landmark ruling from Judge Beryl Howell strikes down Trump's executive order targeting critical law firms, emphasizing First and Fifth Amendment rights. The podcast dives into the tensions between Trump and prominent firms like Perkins Coie and Paul Weiss, revealing the chilling effects on legal representation. It also discusses how political associations can sway law firm decisions, illustrated by Microsoft's recent changes. Finally, the emergence of new legal entities to counter politically motivated investigations showcases the evolving landscape of legal representation in a polarized environment.
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Judge Blocks Trump's Law Firm Order
- Judge Beryl Howell permanently blocked Trump's executive order targeting law firms like Perkins Coie, citing First and Fifth Amendment violations.
- She condemned the order as unprecedented and politically motivated, likening it to the phrase, "the first thing we do, let's kill all the lawyers."
Microsoft Switches Law Firms
- Microsoft dropped Simpson Thatcher for Jenner and Block due to Simpson Thatcher's capitulation to Trump.
- This shows firms that resisted Trump are gaining clients, while those that settled face reputational damage.
New Firm Supports Trump Targets
- Lawyer Abby Lowell launched a new firm to support individuals targeted by Trump’s politicized investigations.
- This represents a market response where firms not capitulating to Trump attract business.