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How a Major Democratic Law Firm Ended Up Bowing to Trump
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Law Firm Bends in Face of Trump Demands
Paul, Weiss — one of three law firms targeted by President Trump as part of his retribution campaign — said it resolved the conflict by agreeing to a range of commitments.The New York Times - 2d -
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Trump suggests law firms 'want to make deals' after rescinding Paul, Weiss order
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Trump’s attack on law firms targets democracy’s front lines of defense
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