Addressing Risks From Jenner & Block
Federal Agencies Ordered to Suspend Ties with Jenner & Block
What it does
Agencies must suspend Jenner employees' active security clearances, stop providing government goods and services, review and, where permitted, terminate contracts, and limit hiring and access.
Real-world impact
- Suspends Jenner employees' security clearances and access to classified information.
- May lead to termination of government contracts and reduced Jenner revenue.
- Limits federal hiring, building access, and official engagement with Jenner staff.
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Summary
This order targets the law firm Jenner & Block for conduct the President says harms U.S. interests and directs multiple government actions. It instructs agencies to suspend active security clearances for Jenner employees, identify and stop providing government goods and services, review and, where allowed, terminate contracts, and require contractors to disclose business with Jenner. Agencies must also limit hiring, access, and official engagement with Jenner staff and submit a contract assessment and actions to OMB within 30 days. The stated goal is to protect national security, taxpayer funds, and government integrity.
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