Former President Donald Trump intends to retaliate against Covington & Burling, a prominent Washington law firm, for its support of former special counsel Jack Smith. He plans to revoke the security clearances of the firm's lawyers and halt any federal contracts. This directive, signed recently, escalates Trump's ongoing efforts against Smith and those associated with him. Covington had provided Smith with $140,000 in free legal services regarding investigations related to Trump. The implications of these actions highlight Trump's willingness to use presidential powers against perceived political enemies.
President Trump has pledged to revoke the security clearances of the law firm Covington & Burling, which has provided assistance to former special counsel Jack Smith.
This directive marks a significant extension of Trump's campaign to target legal professionals who have offered pro bono work to his political adversaries.
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