DOJ Struggles to Revive Trump-Era Executive Orders on Law Firms
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) faced challenges in its efforts to reinstate executive orders from President Trump's administration that targeted law firms. During a hearing before a U.S. appeals court panel, DOJ lawyer Abhishek Kambli argued for the president's authority over security clearances, which the orders addressed. However, Paul Clement, representing the law firms, contended that these orders threaten the independence of the legal profession. Legal experts, including NYU professor Stephen Gillers, found Clement's arguments more compelling, suggesting the DOJ's position may not prevail. 
