Marc Elias
Marc Elias is a prominent Democratic lawyer known for his role in overseeing successful legal efforts to defend the integrity of the 2020 election against numerous lawsuits aimed at overturning the results. He has been a vocal critic of former President Donald Trump and the Republican Party's response to electoral challenges, often highlighting the fear and intimidation tactics employed by Trump and his supporters. Elias argues that the acquiescence of some Republican lawmakers to these tactics reflects a profound cowardice, undermining their oath of office.
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Democratic attorney Marc Elias’ law firm filed a lawsuit arguing that the existing district dilutes the voting power of Staten Island's growing Black and Latino populations.
Judge rules NYC 11th congressional district unconstitutional, orders redraw
United States· 2026-01-22
Marc Elias is a Democratic lawyer who spoke about Trump's executive orders disrupting the legal system.
'60 Minutes' warns about Trump's threat to 'the rule of law'United States· 2025-05-05
Democratic attorney Marc Elias is considering legal action against Trump's elections order.
Nonprofit groups sue Trump administration over election executive order, calling it unconstitutional
Canada· 2025-04-01
Marc Elias, a prominent Democratic election lawyer, stated that he would not negotiate with the White House.
‘A capitalistic cowardice’: big law firms being threatened by Trump face pressure to speak out | Donald Trump
United Kingdom· 2025-03-26
Marc Elias, who has been the subject of Trump's ire, said in a social media post: 'This will not stand. We will sue.'
Highlights of Trump’s executive order reshaping US elections, with a mention of India
India· 2025-03-26
Prominent election lawyer Marc Elias vowed to challenge it in court, stating, 'This will not stand. We will sue.'
'This will end it, hopefully': Trump signs executive order to overhaul US electionsIndia· 2025-03-26
Marc Elias, a former partner at Perkins Coie and a top Democratic lawyer, criticized the agreement in a post on social media.
Un nou scandal în SUA. Trump revocă un ordin împotriva unei firme de avocatură, în schimbul unor servicii de 40 de milioane de dolari pentru Casa Albă
Romania· 2025-03-22
Marc Elias, a former Perkins Coie partner and a top lawyer for Democrats, assailed the Paul Weiss agreement in a social media post.
Law firm Paul Weiss defends deal with Trump as lawyers sound alarm
Guyana· 2025-03-22
Marc Elias, the former chair of the firm's political law practice, hired opposition research firm Fusion GPS to conduct opposition research into presidential candidate Trump.
Here's what happened during President Donald Trump's 7th week in officeUnited States· 2025-03-08
Marc Elias, a prominent Democratic lawyer, is sharply critical of Republicans who say they acquiesce to Trump out of fear.
Fearing retribution, Trump critics muzzle themselves
Australia· 2025-03-07
Elections lawyer Marc Elias, who coordinated legal efforts for many Democratic campaigns and the party itself, was with the firm.
Perkins Coie: Trump signs executive order suspending security clearances for firm’s employees, citing DEI practicesUnited States· 2025-03-07
Marc Elias arranged the collaboration between Perkins Coie and Fusion GPS for research into Trump-Russia connections.
Trump targets law firm Perkins Coie, strips security access over 2016 election roleIndia· 2025-03-07
Marc Elias, the former chair of the firm's political law practice, hired opposition research firm Fusion GPS to conduct opposition research into presidential candidate Trump.
Trump cuts off federal resources for law firm that helped fuel 2016 Russia hoaxUnited States· 2025-03-07
Marc Elias played a role in what eventually became an F.B.I. investigation regarding the 2016 Trump presidential campaign.
Trump Ramps Up Attacks on Law Firms With Order Targeting Perkins CoieUnited States· 2025-03-07
Marc Elias, a prominent Democratic lawyer who oversaw the Biden campaign’s successful efforts to beat back lawsuits filed by allies of Trump seeking to overturn his 2020 election loss, is sharply critical of Republicans who say they acquiesce to Trump out of fear.
‘People are going silent’: Fearing retribution, Trump critics muzzle themselves
New Zealand· 2025-03-06
