Attorneys general from 21 jurisdictions have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, accusing officials of withholding grants to support crime victims who are illegal immigrants. The case underscores mounting tensions between state governments and federal policy on immigration and victim assistance.
Nine leading universities, including Brown and MIT, have received a 10-point “compact” from the White House linking federal support to conservative ideas. The proposal promises “substantial and meaningful federal grants” but has triggered free speech concerns among educators and policymakers.
In a significant blow to New York City’s infrastructure plans, the Trump administration has pulled $18 billion in federal funding. This move directly affects two major projects, most notably the Second Avenue Subway expansion, sparking concerns about the future of the city’s transit development.
Time is running out for Congress to end its partisan stalemate on a short-term U.S. spending bill. Without a swift resolution, the federal government could partially shut down, leaving local residents concerned about potential impacts.
President Trump is preparing for a high-stakes meeting on Monday with key congressional leaders, warning that a government shutdown may be imminent. Democrats’ position, he says, could make it difficult to reach a resolution, leaving lawmakers with little time to strike a deal.
A federal judge on Friday prevented the Trump administration from withholding federal funds from dozens of so-called “sanctuary” cities, including Los Angeles and Chicago. The decision impacts multiple large urban areas and marks a serious legal setback for the administration’s funding strategy.
A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration cannot require states to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as a condition for receiving federal transportation funding. This decision marks a significant setback for the administration’s efforts to enforce immigration policies through financial leverage.
A federal judge in New Hampshire has issued a preliminary injunction preventing the Department of Education from withholding federal funding from schools that implement diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. This decision marks a significant setback for the Trump administration’s efforts to end DEI programs in education.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy questioned whether federal tax dollars should support Democrat-led states that fail to comply with federal law on immigration and diversity policies. Speaking on Fox Business, Duffy suggested potential repercussions for these states.
