Federal Lawsuit

Jenner & Block v. Trump - Law Firm EO Challenge

Jenner & Block challenged the EO targeting the firm for having employed a former Mueller team federal prosecutor. Temporary restraining order issued. DoJ revoked security clearances despite the order. Administration appealed the ruling.

Injunction Granted

Case Details

Jenner & Block challenged the EO targeting the firm for having employed a former Mueller team federal prosecutor. Temporary restraining order issued. DoJ revoked security clearances despite the order. Administration appealed the ruling.

Date Filed

2025-03-14

Status

Injunction Granted

Court

U.S. District Court

Outcome

Restraining order issued; government appealed

Related Executive Actions (1)

Executive Orders Targeting WilmerHale, Jenner & Block, and Susman Godfrey

Targeted law firms for having employed members of the Mueller investigation team or for representing clients disfavored by Trump. Susman Godfrey was targeted for a $3,000-$4,999 donation to LGBTQ advocacy group GLAD. Courts ruled the EOs unconstitutional, violating First Amendment rights. All told, law firm pro bono commitments to the White House totalled $940 million.

Blocked
Executive OrderJudiciary
Department of Justice
3 challenges2025-03-07

Plaintiffs / Parties

  • Jenner & Block LLP
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