"The judge's ruling reinforces the principle that retaliation against a law firm for its legal advocacy, particularly when it is disfavored by the executive branch, violates constitutional protections."
"Bates emphasized that the executive order was not just about penalizing a firm, but was also an attempt to reshape American civil society by targeting perceived adversaries."
A federal judge has ruled against President Trump's executive order aimed at the Jenner & Block law firm, declaring it unconstitutional retaliation against attorneys for their legal advocacy that displeases the White House. This decision marks the second such ruling against a Trump order this month. The judge noted that the executive order was clearly designed to target Jenner for its causes and past legal associations, particularly its connection to Andrew Weissmann, a prosecutor involved in the Mueller investigation. The ruling affirms that such punitive measures undermine the integrity of legal representation.
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