Final Order in Wilmer Hale LLP v. Executive Office of the President, 25-cv-917
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS

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    The Department of Homeland Security is addressing compliance issues following a court ruling related to Executive Order 14250, which has been deemed unconstitutional. The court has permanently enjoined the implementation of this executive order, requiring all department personnel and contractors to disregard its directives and ensure adherence to the court's order. This situation underscores the importance of judicial oversight in executive actions and the protection of constitutional rights. For further inquiries regarding compliance with the court's order, interested parties should contact their contracting officer, as detailed guidance and a compliance report are expected to be provided within seven days of the ruling.

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    The document outlines a court order from the United States District Court for the District of Columbia regarding the case of Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP against the Executive Office of the President. On May 21, 2025, the court partially granted and denied motions from both sides concerning various counts of the case. Counts VIII, IX, and XI were dismissed with prejudice, while the court declared Executive Order 14250 as unconstitutional for violating the First, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments. The executive order is permanently enjoined from being implemented by the agency defendants, who are instructed to undo its enforcement and issue guidance to staff to disregard it. Additionally, the defendants must provide a compliance report to the court within seven days. This order emphasizes the judicial checks on executive actions and the protection of constitutional rights, reflecting the broader context of legal accountability and government regulation related to executive orders.
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