Trump BLOCKED by SCATHING Order from PISSED OFF Judge

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Funding Cuts

Overview of the Preliminary Injunction

• A federal judge, Ali Khan, has issued a preliminary injunction blocking efforts by the Trump Administration to halt federal funding to states and non-profit organizations.

• The judge criticized the abrupt cuts made by the administration, which affected billions in funding with less than 24 hours' notice.

Legal Arguments and Violations

• The case revolves around claims that the Trump Administration violated the Administrative Procedures Act and separation of powers by freezing funds designated by Congress.

• The executive branch is accused of overstepping its authority by impounding funds without proper justification.

Arbitrary Actions and Consequences

• Judge Khan emphasized that actions taken by the defendants (Trump's administration) were arbitrary and capricious, failing to meet rationality standards.

• The court found no reasonable explanation for why such drastic funding freezes were necessary, highlighting potential harm to citizens reliant on these funds.

Financial Implications

• The judge noted that suspending nearly $3 trillion in financial assistance overnight was an extreme measure lacking consideration for its consequences.

• There was criticism of a "freeze first, ask questions later" approach adopted by the administration regarding funding decisions.

Credibility Issues with Trump's Administration

• Judge Khan expressed skepticism about the credibility of claims made by Trump's team regarding reinstating funding after previous cuts.

• Evidence presented indicated ongoing issues with fund disbursement even after temporary restraining orders were issued in related cases.

Court's Stance on Rescinding Memo

• The court ruled that rescinding a memo related to funding cuts did not resolve ongoing legal challenges as there was no assurance against resuming harmful activities.

Contradictions in Federal Funding Recision

Overview of the Court's Observations

• The White House Press Secretary's remarks contradict the act of recision, indicating that it does not represent a true reversal of the federal funding freeze.

• Judge Ali Khan describes this as a blatant attempt to undermine court jurisdiction without making actual changes to policy.

Judicial Response and Implications

• The court notes ongoing violations of its orders, highlighting that plaintiffs are still being denied funding despite claims of recision.

• A preliminary injunction has been issued, which will remain effective throughout the trial unless appealed.

Broader Context and Future Steps

• Federal judges are documenting non-compliance by the Trump Administration, reflecting a lack of trust in statements from the Department of Justice under Pam Bondi.

• An appeal to the DC Court of Appeals is anticipated, with expectations that Trump will face further legal challenges.

Ongoing Legal Challenges

• There are multiple overlapping preliminary injunctions against the government, complicating their legal position significantly.

• On average, there are five preliminary injunctions or temporary restraining orders issued weekly against the Trump Administration.

Engagement and Information Sharing

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