Paul Weiss Chair Says Deal With Trump Adheres to Firm’s Principles
In an email message, the law firm’s chairman, Brad Karp, reassured employees that its deal with President Trump was in keeping with its principles.
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Trump pulls security clearance of Paul Weiss law firm
President Trump has continued his attack against prominent law firms, pulling the security clearances of attorneys at New York-based Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP (Paul Weiss), and ...The Hill - 6d -
Trump suggests law firms 'want to make deals' after rescinding Paul, Weiss order
President Trump on Friday defended a series of executive actions he’s taken to target major law firms associated with individuals he holds grudges against, one day after one of those law firms ...The Hill - 6h -
Trump rescinds order targeting Paul, Weiss citing commitments from law firm
President Trump on Thursday rescinded an executive order he signed less than a week ago targeting the Paul, Weiss law firm, citing an agreement with the firm that includes pro bono support for the ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump drops Paul Weiss order after law firm pledges $40mn of pro bono support
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Law Firm Bends in Face of Trump Demands
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Putin says he agrees in principle to Ukraine ceasefire, points out issues pending
Russian President Vladimir Putin says he agrees in principle to the 30-day temporary ceasefire deal that the U.S. proposed after dialogue with Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia. Putin added that ...CBS News - Mar. 13 -
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What Thom Tillis’s Surrender to Trump Says About the Trump G.O.P.
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Trump Targeting Law Firms Raises Constitutional Concerns
The way Trump targeted the firms could go against of the U.S. Constitution’s First Amendment.Inc. - Mar. 9 -
GOP chairs 'very concerned' over report of Trump changing military commands
The Republican chairs of the House and Senate Armed Services committees issued a joint statement on Wednesday criticizing the idea of the U.S. drastically changing its military combatant command ...The Hill - 2d -
Putin says any Ukraine ceasefire should ‘lead to long-term peace’
Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed in principle with U.S. ceasefire proposals, but said there were details that needed to be worked out, perhaps in a phone call with president Trump.NBC News - Mar. 13 -
Trump says Ukraine 'more difficult' to deal with than Russia
It may be 'easier dealing with' Moscow than Kyiv, the US president told reporters in the White House.BBC News - Mar. 8 -
Trump’s battle with Washington law firm Perkins Coie, explained
The battle between President Trump and a prominent Washington law firm has taken a new turn this week, as a judge intervenes to pause Trump’s actions. The controversy kicked off when Trump targeted ...The Hill - Mar. 14 -
Trump might be willing to do a 'big trade deal' with China, veteran Singapore diplomat Mahbubani says
It is more likely that the Trump administration negotiates a deal with China, compared with the Biden administration, Kishore Mahbubani said.CNBC - Mar. 13 -
Commerce secretary says Trump wants TikTok deal done under current deadline
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Friday said President Trump would like to hammer out a deal on TikTok's future ownership under the current deadline, saying the president "doesn't like to ask ...The Hill - Mar. 14 -
Judge blocks 'unlawful' Trump order targeting Clinton 2016 law firm
A federal judge entered an emergency order barring the Trump administration from implementing parts of its executive order targeting the law firm Perkins Coie.ABC News - Mar. 12 -
Putin backs a Ukraine ceasefire in principle, but says details need to be discussed
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia supports a 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine that was proposed by the U.S., but has conditions it wants to discuss. CBS News' Holly Williams has the latest.CBS News - Mar. 14 -
DNC chair: Trump told students 'he doesn't give a damn about them' with move against Department of Education
Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chair Ken Martin said President Trump told students “he doesn't give a damn about them” with a recent move against the Department of Education. “Today, Donald ...The Hill - 23h -
Perkins Coie sues over Trump's order stripping security clearances
Law firm Perkins Coie has launched a suit to challenge President Trump’s stripping of security clearances for lawyers at the firm, saying it was targeted due to its past work for Democrats. Perkins ...The Hill - Mar. 11 -
Trump meets with NATO chief amid push for Russia-Ukraine ceasefire
President Trump sat down with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday as the U.S. pushes for a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia. While Russian President Vladimir Putin backed a deal in ...CBS News - Mar. 13 -
Rangers 'running on adrenaline' in Old Firm clash - Halliday
Thursday night's Europa League victory over Fenerbahce won't have any bearing on Sunday's Old Firm, says former Rangers midfielder Andy Halliday. Despite taking a 3-1 league into the second leg at ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Trump and Putin to hold call on ceasefire deal soon, US envoy says
Steve Witkoff, who recently met Putin, says he expects the presidents to have a positive discussion.BBC News - 5d -
Minnesota Vikings say receiver Paul Flatley has died at 84
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Trump’s Revenge on Law Firms Seen as Undermining Justice System
The president’s use of government power to punish firms is seen by some legal experts as undercutting a basic tenet: the right to a strong legal defense.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
Trump 'disappointed,' vows to 'fix' Kennedy Center after first tour
President Trump says he's "disappointed" with what he saw while touring the Kennedy Center for the first time after naming himself chair of the performing arts institution as part of an ...The Hill - 4d -
Trump says he sent a letter to Iran urging negotiations on nuclear weapons
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Law firm sues Trump administration after executive order targeting its attorneys
Perkins Coie has filed suit against the Trump administration over an executive order that targeted the firm for its work representing Clinton's 2016 campaign.ABC News - Mar. 11 -
Trump reacts to Putin's remarks on ceasefire deal during Oval Office meeting on NATO
President Trump met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office and reacted to Russian President Vladimir Putin saying he accepts the terms of a 30-day ceasefire deal with Ukraine in ...CBS News - 2h -
Judge blocks parts of Trump executive order targeting law firm Perkins Coie
U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell issued a temporary restraining order that stops three parts of Trump's executive order from being implemented against the law firm Perkins Coie.CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Old Firm victory 'means everything' to Celtic despite points advantage
Brendan Rodgers says the points gulf between his Celtic side and Rangers is irrelevant before Sunday's Old Firm derby. Celtic lead the Scottish Premiership by 16 points from their Glasgow rivals, ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Canada Announces Arctic Radar Deal With Australia Amid Trump Threats
As President Trump talks about U.S. dominance of the Arctic, Canada says it will spend billions to defend the region, including buying new radar technology from Australia.The New York Times - 2d -
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Trump and Putin hold high-stakes phone call as fighting continues in Ukraine; Google strikes $32 billion deal to buy cybersecurity firm Wiz.CBS News - 2d -
Federal Reserve cuts US economic growth outlook amid Trump tariffs
Officials raise inflation forecast to 2.7% this year, as Fed chair Jerome Powell says uncertainty is ‘remarkably high’. Officials at the US Federal Reserve cut their US economic growth forecasts ...The Guardian - 2d -
Trump hostage envoy says ‘deal’ in which every Hamas hostage freed ‘could come together within weeks’
Adam Boehler, the White House Special Envoy for Hostage Affairs, said Sunday that a “deal” in which every hostage taken by Palestinian militant group Hamas is freed “could come together in weeks.” ...The Hill - Mar. 9 -
Trump says 'very good chance' of Ukraine ceasefire while Russia keeps caveats
Russia struck a sedate tone Friday but acknowledged grounds for cautious optimism, after only backing the "idea" of a U.S.-brokered 30-day ceasefire with firm caveats.CNBC - Mar. 14
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