By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby issue the following directive:
Section 1. Background. On March 14, 2025, I enacted Executive Order 14237 (Addressing Risks from Paul Weiss) to tackle certain problematic practices associated with the law firm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP (commonly referred to as Paul Weiss). In my remarks, I stated that “[g]lobal law firms have for years played an outsized role in undermining the judicial process and in the destruction of bedrock American principles.” Paul Weiss was identified as one of several firms engaged in such detrimental activities.
However, a surprising turn of events unfolded earlier this week as Paul Weiss announced a significant shift in their operational ethos. The firm has publicly acknowledged the missteps of its former partner, Mark Pomerantz, and has committed to a series of policy reforms aimed at promoting equality, justice, and the foundational principles that uphold our Nation. These reforms include: adopting political neutrality in client selection and attorney hiring; embracing a diverse range of pro bono cases that reflect the entire political spectrum; committing to merit-based processes for hiring, promotion, and retention, rather than relying on “diversity, equity, and inclusion” initiatives; pledging the equivalent of $40 million in pro bono legal services during my administration to support various causes, including aiding our Nation’s veterans, ensuring fairness in the judicial system, and combating anti-Semitism; among other initiatives.
This pivotal development offers a glimmer of hope for Americans. If the legal profession channels even a fraction of its resources into delivering justice at the community level, empowering diligent businesses, fortifying the American family unit, and fostering national unity, it stands to benefit all citizens.
Sec. 2. Revocation. I hereby revoke Executive Order 14237 of March 14, 2025 (Addressing Risks from Paul Weiss).
Sec. 3. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or the head thereof; or
(ii) the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
THE WHITE HOUSE,
March 21, 2025.
