A wave of legal challenges is emerging as Trump’s executive orders targeting prominent law firms face significant scrutiny in the courts. Judges have expressed skepticism regarding the legality of these orders, with one judge notably scolding a DOJ lawyer asserting that the executive action could not be illegal. Multiple law firms, including Jenner & Block and Perkins Coie, have taken steps to block these orders, arguing that they are intended to punish firms that oppose Trump. The House Oversight Committee is probing the deals made by Trump with these firms, while a coalition of attorneys general has rallied in support of those targeted by his administration. In a broader context, over 700 law professors and numerous firms are backing suits against Trump’s actions, emphasizing concerns over potential abuse of executive power. Democratic lawmakers are demanding answers and warning that these deals could be illegal, pointing to a significant divide within the legal community as firms either resist or comply with Trump’s influence.