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  • 2025-05291 — Addressing Remedial Action by Paul Weiss
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    Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:90 FR 13685
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    In Executive Order 14244, the President revoked a previous order that addressed issues related to the law firm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP. Paul Weiss is making changes, such as adopting political neutrality in client selection, committing to merit-based hiring, and dedicating significant resources to pro bono legal services. These changes aim to promote equality, justice, and other positive initiatives like supporting veterans and combating anti-Semitism. This shift is seen as a hopeful sign for the legal profession's role in supporting American communities and values.

    Simple Explanation

    In a new rule, the President asked a big law firm to stay neutral when picking clients and do more free legal work to help people. They want to be fair and help the community more, especially supporting soldiers and fighting against hate.

  • 2025-04867 — Addressing Risks From Paul Weiss
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    Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:90 FR 13039
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Executive Order 14237 aims to address activities by the law firm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP (Paul Weiss) that the administration deems harmful to national interests. It directs immediate suspension of security clearances for Paul Weiss employees and an evaluation of existing government contracts with the firm. The order also outlines measures to prevent future business with the firm unless it aligns with American interests and instructs agencies to limit interactions with Paul Weiss employees when national security is a concern. Additionally, it emphasizes the administration's commitment to eliminating racial discrimination in federal contracting practices.

    Simple Explanation

    The President made a rule that stops a big law firm called Paul Weiss from working on important government jobs because they might be doing things that aren't good for the country. The rule also tries to make sure that everyone has an equal chance to work with the government, no matter their race.