Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Executive Order Targeting WilmerHale

A federal judge has blocked an executive order issued by former President Donald Trump aimed at law firm WilmerHale, marking a significant legal victory for the firm. The order, which sought to restrict WilmerHale's operations due to alleged national security concerns, was challenged by the firm and its supporters, including high-profile attorney Robert S. Bennett.

The ruling, delivered by Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, cited a lack of evidence supporting the claims made in Trump's executive order. This decision comes amidst a broader legal battle involving multiple law firms, including Jenner & Block, which have been embroiled in lawsuits against the former administration's policies.

The White House under President Joe Biden had previously addressed the risks associated with WilmerHale, but the recent judicial intervention has shifted the focus back to the legal arena. The case has drawn attention from various quarters, with CNN reporting on the ongoing fight between law firms and the Trump administration's executive actions.

• Donald Trump
• Jenner & Block
• Ketanji Brown Jackson
• WilmerHale

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