Trump Issues Executive Order Suspending Security Clearances at Perkins Coie Law Firm
President Trump suspends security clearances at Perkins Coie, citing ties to the discredited Steele dossier and alleged unlawful practices.
Overview
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to suspend the security clearances of employees at Perkins Coie, a law firm linked to the Steele dossier. Trump labeled the firm’s actions as 'weaponization' against a political opponent, alleging unethical 'lawfare' and discriminatory practices. The order, also targeting the firm’s diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, is part of a broader campaign against perceived adversaries since Trump took office. While the Steele dossier has been largely discredited, it has been a focal point in ongoing debates about election integrity and foreign interference.
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Analysis
- Trump's executive order to suspend security clearances at Perkins Coie is seen as a move against perceived adversaries from the 2016 election and Russia investigation.
- The action is part of a broader strategy by Trump to deter future inquiries into his conduct, reflecting a pattern of targeting those involved in investigations against him.
- While the Steele dossier has been largely discredited, Trump continues to leverage its flaws to undermine the legitimacy of the Russia investigation.
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President Trump cited the firm's role in commissioning the Steele dossier and alleged 'weaponization' against a political opponent, as well as its diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.
The suspension of security clearances will make it nearly impossible for attorneys at Perkins Coie to do federal government work, as they will no longer have access to certain federal resources.
President Trump's actions are part of a broader campaign to target perceived political adversaries and to challenge diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in large law firms.
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