Perkins Coie Barred From Government Contracts As Trump Revokes Security Clearances

A major law firm with deep ties to Democratic political efforts has lost security clearance access under a new order from President Donald Trump. Perkins Coie LLP — known for its role in past election-related legal battles — will now face additional scrutiny in government contracts.

The decision stems from the firm’s past involvement in crafting and funding the Steele dossier — which federal authorities used to justify surveillance on a Trump campaign associate in 2016. That dossier — later proven unreliable — was central to the FBI’s investigation into supposed Russian election interference.

Under Trump’s order — all government agencies must suspend active security clearances held by Perkins Coie attorneys while evaluating whether their continued access presents a risk. The directive also calls for a review of the firm’s business relationships with federal agencies — with a focus on limiting taxpayer funds from going to organizations engaged in politically motivated lawfare.

Beyond its role in the 2016 election — Perkins Coie has been active in challenging election laws across the country. The firm has worked to roll back voter ID requirements and other ballot security measures — often with support from progressive donor networks.

Trump’s order highlights additional concerns over the firm’s hiring practices — pointing to racial quotas it implemented in previous years. The administration has pledged to eliminate such policies within federally funded institutions.

This action follows Trump’s recent decision to strip clearances from intelligence officials involved in misleading the public about Hunter Biden’s laptop. The administration continues to overhaul federal security policies — targeting individuals and organizations it sees as national security risks.

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