(TheLastPatriotNews.com) – In an unexpected ruling that has angered the Trump administration, a federal judge in Rhode Island has mandated it to release funds that were previously frozen.
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A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration violated a previous court order stopping a funding freeze, directing the release of billions in federal funds.
These funds were part of ongoing disputes involving 22 states and the District of Columbia, contesting executive orders impacting federal grant programs.
This decisive action occurred as the funding freeze halted crucial projects, such as grants to the National Institutes of Health.
The contentious pause in funding stemmed from directives tied to Trump’s executive orders, affecting programs related to NGOs, DEI, gender ideology, and the Green New Deal initiatives.
Judge McConnell issued a temporary restraining order to prevent the halting of federal funds.
The administration argued some funds, particularly those tied to the Inflation Reduction Act, were beyond the order’s reach.
Critics argue the pauses could have irreversible consequences, as noted by McConnell, who termed the funding pause likely unconstitutional.
“These pauses in funding violate the plain text of the (temporary restraining order),” the judge ruled.
His directive demands an immediate resumption of funds across several sectors, emphasizing the irreparable harm to affected states.
“This is a country of laws. We expect the administration to follow the law,” stated Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha
The Trump administration’s strategy hoped to align spending with the President’s agenda, including boosting fossil fuel production.
The swift appeal to the 1st Circuit Court of Appeals indicates a lingering legal battle.
Meanwhile, affected programs include Head Start and a significant $71 million dementia care research initiative.
Neronha hailed the ruling, underscoring the necessity of adherence to judicial mandates.
The Rhode Island case, alongside ongoing litigation in Washington D.C., reflects broader national tensions between state rights and federal policies.
Federal funding freezes left numerous programs in limbo, highlighting potential governance issues under the administration.
The Trump administration’s motives, argued as fraud oversight, lacked specific evidence justifying broad funding pauses, a point McConnell highlighted.
He remarked, “The broad categorical and sweeping freeze of federal funds is, as the Court found, likely unconstitutional and has caused and continues to cause irreparable harm to a vast portion of this country.”
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