Susman Godfrey

Law Firm That Sued Fox News Now Takes on Trump

In response to a Trump executive order deemed retaliatory, Susman Godfrey, the firm behind a successful $787 million lawsuit against Fox News, filed suit. The executive order bars the firm from federal contracts, revokes employee security clearances, and prohibits access to federal buildings. This action, described as unconstitutional and discriminatory, is viewed as part of a broader Trump administration campaign targeting law firms challenging his administration. Susman Godfrey’s lawsuit, supported by Munger Tolles & Olson, challenges the president’s actions and asserts the right of lawyers to represent clients without fear of reprisal.

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Trump Targets Law Firm Behind Fox Settlement

President Trump issued an executive order targeting Susman Godfrey, the law firm representing Dominion Voting Systems in its successful defamation lawsuit against Fox News. The order aims to severely restrict the firm’s ability to conduct business with the federal government, including limiting access to government buildings and revoking security clearances. Susman Godfrey has vowed to challenge the order, citing its unconstitutionality. This action follows similar orders against other firms representing political rivals, with some firms challenging the orders in court and others settling. The orders are widely viewed as an attempt to intimidate legal professionals from opposing the administration.

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