A federal judge ruled against President Trump's executive order aimed at Perkins Coie, declaring it unconstitutional and an attack on the American legal system. Judge Beryl Howell's decision is a historic first in blocking such an executive order that targeted a law firm for its client representation. The judge emphasized the importance of an independent legal profession trained to deliver fair justice, reflecting on the long-standing principles that underpin the judiciary in America. Trump had issued similar orders against other firms, but Perkins Coie's situation marked a significant legal precedent.
"No American President has ever before issued executive orders like the one at issue in this lawsuit targeting a prominent law firm with adverse actions to be executed by all Executive branch agencies."
"The importance of independent lawyers to ensuring the American judicial system's fair and impartial administration of justice has been recognized in this country since its founding era."
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