Donald Trump recently issued an executive order threatening sanctions against attorneys who oppose the federal government, raising serious concerns about authoritarianism. The law firm Keker, Van Nest & Peters has strongly condemned the order, emphasizing the importance of lawyers representing unpopular clients and causes without fear of retribution. They urge other firms to support legal challenges against the administration's actions and to uphold the rule of law, which is critical to maintaining democratic values. The firm, known for its robust litigation against the previous administration, continues to challenge government overreach even now.
Trump's new Executive Order underscores how far removed this President, Attorney General and Administration are from our nation's Constitution and bedrock values. Our liberties depend on lawyers' willingness to represent unpopular people and causes, including in matters adverse to the Federal Government. An attack on lawyers who perform this work is inexcusable and despicable.
Our profession owes every client zealous legal representation without fear of retribution, regardless of their political affiliation or ability to pay.
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