Trump Action Archive

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• Trump signed executive order dismantling Voice of America and USAGM — In late March 2025, President Trump signed a late-night executive order aimed at dismantling the US Agency for Global Media (USAGM) and its flagship international broadcaster, Voice of America. The order directed USAGM to cancel federal grants supporting VoA's sister outlets—Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, Radio Free Asia, and the Middle East Broadcasting Networks. VoA's broadcast went dark for the first time since its founding in World War II, with approximately 1,300 employees placed on administrative leave. A federal judge blocked the dismantling in April, but subsequent court orders have kept VoA staff sidelined while litigation continues.
• Voice of America representatives sue Trump administration over shutdown attempt — In March 2025, representatives for Voice of America sued the administration, arguing that the shutdown violated their freedom of speech.
• Trump administration dismantled U.S. Agency for Global Media programming — The Trump administration dismantled most of the U.S. Agency for Global Media in March 2025, eliminating billions of dollars in foreign aid and influence programs. The action resulted in the removal of Voice of America content from Indonesian news channels that previously featured both U.S. government-backed and Chinese state media reports. Kari Lake, the official overseeing the retrenchment, accused the agency of misusing funds. The elimination affected decades of U.S. foreign-policy efforts and soft-power initiatives.

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• Trump advertised Tesla vehicles at White House — In March 2025, President Trump advertised Tesla vehicles on the South Lawn of the White House in an effort to boost the company's slumping sales. The action represented direct executive use of the White House to promote a private company owned by a major campaign donor and administration official.
• Trump advertised Teslas on White House South Lawn to boost sales — In March 2025, President Trump advertised Tesla vehicles on the South Lawn of the White House in an effort to support the company's slumping sales. This action followed Elon Musk's $290 million investment in Trump's 2024 election campaign and Musk's appointment to head the "Department of Government Efficiency." The advertisement campaign proved unsuccessful in reversing declining Tesla sales amid consumer boycotts organized over Musk's political activities.
• Trump held promotional event for Tesla at White House with Elon Musk — In March 2025, Trump held a promotional event for Tesla at the White House with CEO Elon Musk, then a close friend and advisor. The event leveraged the prestige and facilities of the White House to promote a private company in which Trump had no stated financial interest but with which he maintained a close political relationship.

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• French scientist denied entry to U.S. after critical messages found on phone — In March 2025, a French scientist on assignment for the French National Centre for Scientific Research was denied entry into the U.S. after messages criticizing Trump were found on his phone by immigration officials. The Trump administration denies that the scientist was denied entry due to the messages, but claims that he was "in possession of confidential information."

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• ICE arrested legal permanent resident without warrant or legal counsel access — In March 2025, Mahmoud Khalil, a legal permanent resident and Columbia University student, was arrested by ICE and transferred to a detention facility in Louisiana without a warrant or access to legal counsel, representing a departure from previous practice. The incident is cited as part of a pattern of policy shifts under the current administration affecting federal agency operations and civil liberties.
• ICE arrests Columbia graduate student Mahmoud Khalil in retaliation for Palestinian advocacy — Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate student and green card holder, was arrested by ICE in March 2025. According to ACLU analysis of surveillance footage released in May, the arrest was illegal and conducted in retaliation for Khalil's advocacy for Palestinian rights. The Trump administration falsely claimed Khalil attempted to flee during the arrest. Khalil remains detained in Louisiana awaiting a judge's ruling on his case.
• Mahmoud Khalil arrested by federal immigration authorities for Palestinian activism — Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate student and permanent resident, was arrested by federal immigration authorities in early March 2025 for his Palestinian activism. He was detained in front of his pregnant wife, Noor, a U.S. citizen. The arrest occurred amid a broader pattern of federal immigration enforcement targeting students engaged in pro-Gaza activism across multiple U.S. universities.
• Trump administration detained Mahmoud Khalil for pro-Palestinian activism without criminal charges — Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia graduate and international student activist, was detained by plainclothes ICE agents in early March 2025 in the lobby of his Columbia building. The Trump administration held him for over three months at an ICE facility in Louisiana, invoking a rarely used immigration provision allowing the secretary of state to order deportation based on alleged adverse effect on U.S. foreign policy. No criminal charges were filed. The administration accused Khalil of antisemitism and pro-Hamas advocacy without providing evidence, despite Jewish students and faculty submitting court documents supporting him.
• ICE arrests legal permanent resident for pro-Palestine protest leadership — In March 2025, immigration agents arrested Mahmoud Khalil, a legal permanent resident, for his leadership role in pro-Palestine protests at Columbia University. Khalil remains in detention as of the article's publication, representing targeted enforcement against an immigrant for political speech and protest activity.

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• Trans women transferred to men's prisons despite court rulings — Transgender women in the US prison system have been transferred to men's facilities under an executive order by Donald Trump, despite multiple court rulings blocking the policy. The order, which prohibits males from being detained in women's prisons and denies federal funds for gender-affirming treatment, has been challenged in court. Federal judges have ruled that the Bureau of Prisons cannot withhold medical treatment or transfer trans women to men's facilities. However, trans women not included in the lawsuits are still facing transfers, leading to significant rights violations and distress among the affected individuals.

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• US State Department to use AI to revoke student visas — The US State Department has announced plans to use artificial intelligence to review social media accounts of foreign students and revoke visas for those perceived as supporters of Hamas. This initiative is part of a broader effort to combat antisemitism, following an executive order signed by Donald Trump in January. The AI-assisted reviews will target tens of thousands of student visa holders, with additional checks on news reports and lawsuits related to antisemitism. The move has raised concerns about potential errors, privacy violations, and threats to free speech.

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• German national detained and interrogated by US border officials — Fabian Schmidt, a German national and permanent US resident, was detained and allegedly "violently interrogated" by US border officials at Boston's Logan airport. Schmidt, who has lived in the US since 2007, was reportedly pressured to give up his green card and was subjected to harsh conditions, including being stripped naked and placed in a cold shower. The German government is investigating whether this incident, along with two other similar cases involving German citizens, indicates a change in US immigration policy.

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• Justice Department dismisses environmental enforcement lawsuit against Denka, citing end to "DEI programs" — The Department of Justice, on behalf of the EPA, dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Biden Administration against Denka Performance Elastomer LLC on March 7, 2025. The suit, filed February 28, 2023, alleged that the company's neoprene manufacturing facility in LaPlace, Louisiana posed an imminent and substantial endangerment to public health under the Clean Air Act's emergency powers provision. The dismissal was framed as fulfilling President Trump's executive order to end "radical DEI programs." EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin stated the agency would enforce environmental law "without improperly implementing so-called 'environmental justice.'"
• Trump administration drops environmental lawsuit — The Trump administration has agreed to drop a lawsuit against the Denka synthetic rubber plant in Reserve, Louisiana, which was filed under the Biden administration in February 2023. The lawsuit aimed to curb emissions of chloroprene, a likely human carcinogen, from the plant. The decision to dismiss the case was made in compliance with an executive order issued by Trump targeting "wasteful government" and "DEI programs." This move has been criticized by local community leaders who are concerned about the health risks posed by the plant's emissions.

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• Establishment of White House Task Force on FIFA World Cup 2026 — President Donald J. Trump issued Executive Order 14234, establishing the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Task Force, chaired by the President, will coordinate federal efforts to support the event, which coincides with the United States' 250th anniversary. The Task Force includes key cabinet members and will be housed in the Department of Homeland Security. It will terminate on December 31, 2026, unless extended.
• Establishment of the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026 — President Donald Trump issued an executive order establishing the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Task Force, chaired by the President and vice-chaired by the Vice President, will coordinate federal efforts to support the planning and execution of the FIFA World Cup 2026, which the United States will host. The Task Force will include various cabinet members and agency heads, and will be administratively housed within the Department of Homeland Security. It aims to promote economic growth and tourism through the event.
• White House established task force for FIFA World Cup 2026 — The White House issued a presidential order establishing the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026. The President serves as Chair and the Vice President as Vice Chair. The task force comprises cabinet secretaries (State, Treasury, Defense, Justice, Commerce, Transportation, Homeland Security), national security and White House staff, and the FBI Director. It is housed in the Department of Homeland Security and tasked with coordinating government planning and execution for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup and 2026 FIFA World Cup. The task force terminates December 31, 2026, unless extended.
• White House issues fact sheet on FIFA World Cup 2026 task force — The White House published a fact sheet on March 7, 2025, announcing that President Trump signed an executive order establishing a White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026. The task force, chaired by Trump with Vice President Vance as Vice Chair, will coordinate federal agency preparations for hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2025 Club World Cup. The fact sheet projects economic benefits including up to 450,000 visitors per host city and $480 million in net economic impact, citing tourism and job creation as primary outcomes.

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• Executive Order on Public Service Loan Forgiveness — President Donald J. Trump signed Executive Order 14235, directing the Secretary of Education to revise the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The revisions aim to exclude organizations with substantial illegal purposes from qualifying as public service, affecting eligibility for loan forgiveness. This includes organizations involved in illegal immigration, terrorism support, child abuse, illegal discrimination, and violations of state tort laws.
• Executive Order Restoring Public Service Loan Forgiveness — President Donald Trump issued an executive order on March 7, 2025, to revise the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. The order directs the Secretary of Education, in coordination with the Secretary of the Treasury, to propose changes to the program's regulations. These changes aim to exclude organizations engaged in activities deemed to have a substantial illegal purpose from qualifying for loan forgiveness. The order targets activities such as aiding illegal immigration, supporting terrorism, and engaging in child abuse or illegal discrimination.
• White House issued executive order redefining Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility to exclude organizations engaged in specified illegal activities. — The White House issued an executive order directing the Secretary of Education to revise regulations governing the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. The order redefines "public service" to exclude organizations whose activities have a "substantial illegal purpose," including those aiding immigration law violations, supporting terrorism, engaging in child abuse, illegal discrimination, or violating state tort laws. The order states the prior administration "abused" the program through a waiver process and claims PSLF funds were misdirected to "activist organizations" harming national security. The Secretary of Education is directed to propose regulatory revisions in coordination with the Treasury.
• White House issues fact sheet on executive order restricting Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility — The White House published a fact sheet on March 7, 2025, announcing that President Trump signed an executive order directing the Secretary of Education to revise the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program to exclude organizations with "substantial illegal purpose," including those advancing illegal immigration, terrorism, child abuse, discrimination, and public disruptions. The fact sheet states the order refocuses PSLF on essential public service roles and claims the prior administration expanded the program from 7,000 to over 1 million borrowers.

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• Swarthmore College places student on probation for protest participation — UT, a Muslim woman of color and Swarthmore College senior, was placed on probation until graduation on 6 March 2025 for violating the college's code of conduct during pro-Palestinian rallies between October 2023 and March 2024. The college provided evidence including CCTV footage of UT walking on a campus path. UT reported that surveillance disproportionately targeted students of color and first-generation, low-income students, with few white students charged.
• Swarthmore College suspends student for Palestine protest disruption — EK, a final-semester senior at Swarthmore College, was suspended for one semester in March 2025 for disrupting the college's trustees' dinner in December 2023 using a bullhorn to demand divestment from products fueling Israel's war on Gaza. A disciplinary panel found her responsible for assault and other code of conduct violations. As a first-generation, low-income student on financial aid, EK lost her school job and campus housing during the suspension, though the college later agreed to pay for off-campus housing. She remains barred from on-campus events and graduation ceremonies.

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• Trump issues executive order establishing national bitcoin stockpile — On March 6, Trump issued an executive order establishing a national stockpile of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. The order was issued the day before Trump's "crypto summit" and has drawn criticism from watchdogs for its economic risks and for benefiting bitcoin holders while exposing U.S. taxpayers to financial risk.
• Trump signed executive order delaying tariffs on Mexico and Canada goods under USMCA — On March 6, 2025, Trump signed an executive order delaying tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada covered by the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) for one month until April 2. Trump stated the interim period made conditions "much more favorable for our American car manufacturers."
• Trump delays tariffs on Mexico and Canada — President Donald Trump has announced a delay in the implementation of tariffs on Mexico and Canada, specifically affecting the auto industry. This decision comes after initial plans to impose tariffs, which had caused significant concern among businesses and investors. The delay is seen as a temporary relief but adds to the uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade policy.
• Trump imposes tariffs on Canada and Mexico — President Donald Trump has implemented tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, which are projected to negatively impact the U.S. economy. The tariffs are expected to raise costs for American manufacturers and consumers, leading to a contraction in factory activity and a decline in stock market performance. The tariffs have been criticized for increasing policy uncertainty and potentially leading to economic stagnation or recession.
• Trump signed amendment modifying tariffs on Canadian goods under drug-flow emergency authority — President Trump signed an amendment to Executive Order 14193 (issued February 1, 2025) that modified tariffs imposed on Canadian articles. The amendment exempts goods entered duty-free under NAFTA/USMCA terms from additional ad valorem duties and reduces the tariff on potash from 25 percent to 10 percent. The modifications took effect March 7, 2025. The order invokes the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and the National Emergencies Act as legal authority.
• White House issued amendment to tariff order on Mexican goods, exempting automotive parts and reducing potash duty. — The White House issued a presidential action amending Executive Order 14194 (issued February 1, 2025). The amendment exempts automotive parts and components entered under NAFTA/USMCA terms from additional tariffs on Mexican goods, and reduces the tariff on potash from 25 percent to 10 percent. The modifications take effect March 7, 2025 at 12:01 a.m. EST. The stated rationale is to minimize disruption to U.S. automotive production and employment.
• White House issues fact sheet on tariff adjustments for Canada and Mexico automotive trade — The White House issued a fact sheet announcing adjustments to tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, effective March 6, 2025. The document states that tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act on March 4 are now tiered: 25% on goods not meeting USMCA rules of origin, 10% on certain energy products and potash from Canada and Mexico outside USMCA preference, and 0% on goods qualifying for USMCA preference. The fact sheet frames the adjustments as protecting the U.S. automotive industry from supply-chain disruption while maintaining border security leverage.
• Trump signs executive order to pause tariffs — President Donald Trump signed an executive order to pause tariffs on USMCA trade from Canada and Mexico until April 2. This decision marks a temporary delay in the imposition of duties on goods from these countries, reversing a previous move to impose sweeping tariffs. The pause is intended to ease tensions and economic impacts amid recent market fluctuations. The executive order reflects Trump's shifting approach to trade policy with key North American partners.
• Trump announces tariff exemptions — President Trump announced exemptions from tariffs on car and truck parts and goods covered by the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement, following concerns about inflation and economic growth. This decision reflects the administration's response to economic pressures and market reactions.

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• Congressional investigation into big oil ended — The Republican party's control of the Senate and House of Representatives has led to the termination of a congressional investigation into the oil and gas industry's disinformation and political interference. The investigation, led by Democratic Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, had uncovered documents showing the industry's efforts to downplay the dangers of fossil fuels. With Republicans in control, further scrutiny of the industry's influence is unlikely, and calls for the Justice Department to investigate have stalled.

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• Democratic senators call for GAO inquiry into federal worker firings — Senator Elizabeth Warren, along with 10 other Democratic senators, has requested the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to investigate the recent mass firings of federal probationary employees. The senators are concerned about the impact of these firings on public health and safety, as well as the potential for private companies, including those associated with Elon Musk, to fill the void left by the terminated workers. The letter highlights the need to understand the full consequences of these terminations and whether they have led to inefficiencies and increased spending.

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• NEA sued over Trump executive order on LGBTQ+ projects — Several arts organizations have filed a lawsuit against the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) following an executive order by Donald Trump that bars the use of federal funds for promoting "gender ideology." The lawsuit, filed on Thursday, claims that the NEA's new requirements effectively block funding for projects supporting transgender and non-binary art, violating the First and Fifth Amendments. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is representing the plaintiffs, arguing that the order imposes a vague and viewpoint-based restriction on artists' speech.

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• Ward Brehm files lawsuit against Doge — On March 6, 2025, Ward Brehm, president of the US African Development Foundation (USADF), filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk's Doge unit, Peter Marocco, and the White House. The lawsuit accuses them of ignoring statutory requirements and attempting to dismantle the USADF using false pretenses and bullying tactics. This legal action follows an executive order by Donald Trump to close the agency, which Brehm argues is illegal without congressional approval.

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• Court rules Trump’s firing of labor board official illegal — A federal court ruled that Donald Trump's firing of Gwynne Wilcox, a senior official at the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), was illegal. The court ordered her reinstatement, stating that the president does not have the authority to terminate NLRB members at will. The ruling emphasized that the president is not a king and must adhere to constitutional limits. Wilcox's removal had left the NLRB without a quorum, affecting its ability to function. The court's decision reinforces the independence of the NLRB and the rule of law.
• Summary judgment ruling — Gwynne A. Wilcox v. Donald J. Trump et al (D.C. Cir.) 1:25-cv-00334 — Judge Beryl Howell granted the plaintiff's motion for summary judgment, and denied the defendant's cross motion for summary judgment. The court issued a declaratory judgment that Wilcox's firing was unlawful and that she remains a member of the NLRB; the court further ordered that Wilcox be allowed to continue to serve in office unless removed for cause under the NLRA, and enjoined defendants from removing Wilcox or impeding her from executing her duties.
• Federal court rules Trump's firing of labor chief illegal — A federal court ruled that President Trump's firing of Gwynne Wilcox, a senior official at the National Labor Relations Board, was illegal. The court ordered her reinstatement, marking a significant legal setback for the administration. This ruling underscores the limits of presidential power in removing officials and reinforces the independence of labor oversight bodies.

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• Preliminary injunction ruling — State of New York v. Trump (D.R.I.) 1:25-cv-00039 — Judge McConnell granted the plaintiffs' motion for a preliminary injunction. Defendants were enjoined from in any way impeding the disbursement of appropriated federal funds to the states.
• Trump faces legal challenges over funding freeze — U.S. District Judge John McConnell Jr. ruled that Trump does not have the authority to freeze funding appropriated by Congress, issuing a preliminary injunction in the case New York v. Trump. This ruling emphasizes the constitutional separation of powers and limits executive authority over budgetary matters.

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• White House issues press release attacking Democratic lawmaker Eugene Vindman — The White House published a press release titled "Another Democrat Lawmaker Roots Against American Success" attacking Rep. Eugene Vindman for stating he is "hard pressed to think of a worse 45 days" in American history than the first six weeks of President Trump's second term. The release characterizes Vindman's statement as "stupid" and "moronic," claims he suffers from "Trump Derangement Syndrome," and lists administration claims about border crossings, hostage releases, investment commitments, and other policy achievements as evidence Vindman's criticism is unfounded.

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• Establishment of Strategic Bitcoin Reserve — President Donald J. Trump signed Executive Order 14233, establishing the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and the United States Digital Asset Stockpile. The order mandates the creation of custodial accounts for managing government-held Bitcoin and other digital assets, primarily acquired through forfeiture proceedings. The Secretary of the Treasury is tasked with overseeing these reserves and developing strategies for their management, ensuring budget neutrality and compliance with applicable laws.
• Trump issues executive order establishing national bitcoin stockpile — On March 6, Trump issued an executive order establishing a national stockpile of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. The order was issued the day before Trump's "crypto summit" and has drawn criticism from watchdogs for its economic risks and for benefiting bitcoin holders while exposing U.S. taxpayers to financial risk.
• Establishment of the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and United States Digital Asset Stockpile — President Donald Trump issued an executive order establishing the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and the United States Digital Asset Stockpile. The order mandates the Secretary of the Treasury to create offices to manage these reserves, which will include Bitcoin and other digital assets obtained through forfeiture proceedings. The reserves are intended to enhance the strategic position of the U.S. in the global financial system. The order also requires agencies to report on their digital asset holdings and outlines conditions under which these assets can be used or disposed of.
• Trump establishes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve via executive order — On March 6, 2025, Trump signed an executive order establishing a "Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and U.S. Digital Asset Stockpile," directing the federal government to acquire and hold bitcoin and other cryptocurrency assets. The announcement provided legitimacy to bitcoin by associating it with the world's largest economy. The article notes it is unclear how the American public benefits from such a stockpile, but the announcement boosted bitcoin prices and benefited bitcoin investors, including Trump himself.
• White House issues fact sheet on Strategic Bitcoin Reserve executive order — The White House published a fact sheet on March 6, 2025, describing an executive order signed by President Trump establishing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and U.S. Digital Asset Stockpile. The order directs the Treasury Department to hold bitcoin seized through criminal and civil asset forfeiture as a non-sale reserve asset, authorizes the Secretaries of Treasury and Commerce to develop budget-neutral strategies for acquiring additional bitcoin, and requires agencies to report their digital asset holdings to Treasury and the President's Working Group on Digital Asset Markets.
• White House signed executive order establishing Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and Digital Asset Stockpile — The White House signed an executive order on March 6, 2025, directing the Treasury Secretary to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve capitalized with all Bitcoin held by the federal government from asset forfeiture proceedings, and a separate Digital Asset Stockpile for other digital assets. The order requires agencies to inventory and transfer holdings within 30 days, prohibits sale of reserve assets except under specified conditions (victim restitution, law enforcement operations, state/local sharing, or legal requirements), and directs Treasury and Commerce to develop budget-neutral strategies for acquiring additional Bitcoin.

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• Executive Order on Perkins Coie LLP — President Donald J. Trump issued Executive Order 14230, addressing alleged risks posed by the law firm Perkins Coie LLP. The order mandates a review of security clearances held by Perkins Coie employees, cessation of government services to the firm, and scrutiny of government contracts involving the firm. It also directs investigations into racial discrimination practices by large law firms, including Perkins Coie, and limits federal engagement with the firm to protect national security interests.
• Executive Order: Addressing Risks from Perkins Coie LLP — President Donald Trump issued an executive order targeting the law firm Perkins Coie LLP, citing its alleged involvement in activities undermining democratic elections and engaging in racial discrimination. The order mandates a review of security clearances held by Perkins Coie employees, cessation of government services to the firm, and scrutiny of government contracts involving the firm. It also directs the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to review large law firms for compliance with non-discrimination laws. The order aims to align federal contracting and personnel policies with national security interests and anti-discrimination laws.
• Trump administration suspends security clearances and restricts access for Perkins Coie LLP employees — The White House issued a fact sheet announcing that President Trump signed an executive order suspending security clearances held by Perkins Coie LLP employees pending review, halting government material and services to the firm, restricting employee access to government buildings, prohibiting federal hiring of its staff, and directing termination of all federal contracts with the firm. The fact sheet characterizes the firm's legal work as "unethical and discriminatory" and references past litigation involving the firm.
• Trump signed executive order targeting law firm Perkins Coie LLP with security clearance suspensions, contract terminations, and personnel restrictions. — President Trump signed an executive order on March 6, 2025, directing federal agencies to suspend security clearances held by Perkins Coie employees, terminate or review federal contracts with the firm, require contractors to disclose business relationships with Perkins Coie, restrict employee access to federal buildings, and limit hiring of Perkins Coie staff. The order cites the firm's 2016 work on the Steele dossier, litigation against election laws, and diversity hiring practices as justification. The Attorney General and EEOC Chair are directed to investigate large law firms for alleged racial discrimination in hiring and promotion.
• Trump suspends security clearances for law firm employees — President Trump signed an executive order suspending security clearances for employees of a law firm that previously worked for Hillary Clinton. The order also urges agency heads to terminate contracts with the firm, raising legal and ethical concerns.

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• White House issues fact sheet on memorandum directing federal agencies to enforce Rule 65(c) bond requirements in litigation against the government — The White House published a fact sheet on March 6, 2025, describing a presidential memorandum signed by President Trump directing federal agencies to enforce Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 65(c), which requires plaintiffs seeking preliminary injunctions or temporary restraining orders against the government to post security (financial bonds) to cover potential costs or damages if the injunction is later found unjustified. The fact sheet frames this as deterring "frivolous lawsuits" and "activist judges" while protecting taxpayer funds.
• Trump signs memo on lawsuit fees — President Trump signed a memo urging agencies to enforce a rule requiring those who sue the administration to pay a fee upfront. Legal experts warn this could deter individuals and groups from filing lawsuits against the government, impacting access to justice.

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• Alabama court hearing on abortion support prosecutions — A federal court in Montgomery, Alabama, held a critical hearing regarding the state's ability to prosecute individuals and groups that assist women in traveling out of state for abortions. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has threatened to charge abortion rights activists with conspiracy for helping women obtain abortions outside the state. The Yellowhammer Fund and the West Alabama Women’s Center, among others, have sued Marshall over these threats. The hearing addressed requests for summary judgment from both sides, potentially allowing the case to proceed without a full trial.

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• White House plans mass layoffs at IRS and Veterans Affairs — The Trump administration, through Elon Musk's "department of government efficiency" (Doge), is planning significant layoffs at the IRS and Veterans Affairs (VA). The IRS may see up to half of its 90,000 employees laid off, while the VA plans to cut up to 83,000 workers by the end of 2025. These cuts aim to reduce the workforce to 2019 levels, despite increased demand for services following the 2022 Pact Act. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to reduce federal agency sizes, which has faced legal challenges and criticism for undermining essential services.

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• White House plans to overhaul Biden-era internet program — The Trump administration is preparing to overhaul a $42.5 billion Biden-era program aimed at connecting rural Americans to high-speed internet. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has indicated a shift towards allowing states to choose lower-cost internet technologies, such as satellite services, which could benefit Elon Musk's Starlink. This move could face opposition from states and Congress, as the original program was designed to promote fiber optic networks for reliable and affordable internet access.