Judge Blocks Trump Again

Conservative Americans say enough is enough—but federal judges are slowing Trump’s crackdown.

Two federal judges appointed by former President George W. Bush have temporarily blocked President Trump’s bold executive actions aimed at cutting off taxpayer-funded privileges for law firms with deep connections to political investigations and anti-Trump efforts.

At the heart of the matter: Trump’s executive orders were designed to stop elite law firms from cashing in on federal contracts while allegedly working against the interests of the American people.

Law Firms With Political Ties Face Accountability—But Judges Push Back

On Friday, Judge John D. Bates ruled against a March 25 executive order that sought to limit access to federal funds and buildings for Jenner & Block, a firm that once employed Andrew Weissmann, a key figure in Robert Mueller’s special counsel investigation.

Judge Bates called the order “troubling” and blocked several major provisions, including efforts to revoke government contracts, security clearances, and access to federal offices.

He ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi and Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought to immediately suspend enforcement.

Another Judge Blocks Trump’s Order Targeting Mueller’s Former Law Firm

In a separate case, Judge Richard Leon ruled that President Trump’s executive order against WilmerHale—the law firm once connected to Robert Mueller—was “retaliatory” and posed a “constitutional harm.”

Trump’s order had aimed to end WilmerHale’s federal contracts and block employee access to federal buildings, citing national security concerns and political bias.

Trump’s Crackdown Targets Legal Elites With Political Agendas

President Trump has also signed orders targeting Covington & Burling, Perkins Coie, and Paul Weiss—all law firms known for supporting liberal causes and figures involved in efforts to undermine Trump’s presidency.

However, some firms have reversed course:

• Paul Weiss dropped its controversial DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) policies and agreed to do pro bono legal work for the administration. In response, Trump rescinded the order targeting them.
• Skadden Arps agreed to provide $100 million in pro bono services to retain access to federal work.

Legal System Faces Reckoning as Trump Takes On the Establishment

A spokesperson for WilmerHale claimed the court’s ruling “preserves foundational First Amendment rights,” but many conservative Americans see it differently.

Critics say these firms have operated as legal arms of the political elite, weaponizing the legal system while benefiting from lucrative government deals—on the taxpayer’s dime.

As President Trump continues his effort to restore fairness and accountability, many ask: Why should firms that have worked to undermine a sitting president be rewarded with federal contracts?

👉 What do you think? Should law firms with political agendas lose federal privileges?