EO 14250
Addressing Risks From WilmerHale
Government ReformNational SecurityLaw Enforcement
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Summary
This executive order directs federal agencies to suspend security clearances held by WilmerHale employees, cease providing government materials and services to the firm, review and terminate government contracts with the law firm, and restrict employee access to federal buildings. The order characterizes WilmerHale as engaging in conduct contrary to U.S. interests, citing the firm's pro bono legal work, diversity initiatives, and employment of former Special Counsel Robert Mueller.
Key Points
- 1Agencies must immediately suspend active security clearances for WilmerHale employees pending a review of national interest consistency
- 2Agencies must identify and cease provision of government property, materials, services, and facility access to WilmerHale
- 3Government contractors must disclose any business relationships with WilmerHale; agencies must review and terminate contracts with the firm where permitted by law
- 4Agencies must limit official building access for WilmerHale employees when deemed a national security concern
- 5The order references the firm's pro bono practices, diversity policies, and employment of former Special Counsel Mueller as justification
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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