Two federal judges in Washington, D.C., have blocked key parts of executive orders issued by former President Trump, which targeted major U.S. law firms like WilmerHale and Jenner & Block. The judges, Richard Leon and John Bates, highlighted concerns about the retaliatory nature of these orders and the broader implications for the legal community. These rulings emphasize the judiciary's role in checking executive power and reflect ongoing tensions regarding Trump's attempts to influence independent institutions.