Perkins Coie LLP and bar associations accused Trump Administration
A presidential memorandum directed the revocation of security clearances from a firm that had represented political opponents, citing its prior representation. The firm and several bar associations stated the order punished legal representation and chilled the right to counsel, and sued to enjoin it.
The accusation
Perkins Coie LLP and bar associations
A major law firm and bar groups accused the administration of retaliating against attorneys for their clients and prior work by revoking security clearances and access to federal buildings.
The response
Trump Administration
The Justice Department defended the order as a lawful exercise of presidential authority over security clearances and access to federal facilities, and argued the firm's conduct justified the action. DOJ contested the firm's standing.
Sources — primary documents first
- PrimaryPresidential Memorandum (text)https://www.whitehouse.gov
- Perkins Coie v. DOJ (D.D.C.) opinionhttps://www.courtlistener.com
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