Addressing Risks from Jenner & Block

• The Executive Order addresses risks associated with "Big Law" firms, particularly targeting those that engage in harmful conduct against American interests.
• The Administration believes such firms threaten public safety, national security, constitutional freedoms, and the integrity of elections through their pro bono activities funded by client money.
• Jenner & Block LLP is specifically criticized for abandoning ethical standards and engaging in partisan lawfare, discriminatory practices, and supporting harmful political agendas.
• It is stated that Jenner has rehired Andrew Weissmann, who has a controversial history of partisan prosecution and unethical behavior.

Key Directives:

• Security Clearances:

  • The Attorney General and heads of relevant agencies are instructed to suspend security clearances for individuals at Jenner pending a national interest review.

• Government Materials and Services:

  • The Office of Management and Budget will identify and cease the provision of government goods or services to Jenner as permitted by law.

• Contracting Practices:

  • Government contracting agencies must require disclosures from contractors regarding business with Jenner.
  • Agencies are to review contracts with Jenner and terminate them where permitted by law, aligning decisions with U.S. citizen interests.

• Access Limitations:

  • Agencies are directed to limit access to federal buildings for Jenner employees if it threatens national security.
  • Guidance will restrict government employee interactions with Jenner employees, including Weissmann, without special waivers.

• General Provisions:

  • The order does not limit other executive authority nor create legally enforceable rights against the U.S. or its entities.

• The order is to be implemented in accordance with the law and available funding.