Executive Order Category Rationale

Justification

This executive order specifically and directly targets the law firm Perkins Coie LLP by name in its title and throughout the entire text. The order's primary purpose is to restrict this specific law firm's relationship with the federal government by suspending security clearances of its employees, terminating government contracts with or involving the firm, limiting physical access to federal buildings, and restricting federal hiring of the firm's employees. While the order discusses broader issues like discrimination and election integrity as justification, the substantive directives are entirely focused on taking action against this particular law firm. Section 4 does broaden slightly to authorize investigation of other "large law firms," but the overwhelming focus and all specific mandated actions target Perkins Coie directly.

Secondary relevant categories

• DEI Policies & Compliance
• Government Reform & Efficiency