The University of Virginia has reached a settlement with the Trump administration that ends civil rights investigations threatening the institution’s federal funding. The move follows months of scrutiny and contributed to the departure of the university’s former president.
New York City has filed a federal lawsuit alleging that the Trump administration wrongfully intends to revoke $47 million in education grants over the city’s transgender policies. City officials argue the funds were already promised and that federal authorities have misread civil rights laws. The outcome could influence both school finances and broader educational rights.
A battle over a rainbow crosswalk in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood has placed the city in a challenging position. Mayor John Whitmire says federal funding is at risk if the city fails to remove the colorful road markings, and he now seeks a way to preserve both the city’s budget and community pride.
A heated dispute over extending Covid-era health insurance subsidies for Obamacare customers could push the federal government toward a shutdown. Critics argue these subsidies risk morphing into large-scale entitlements, while Democrats defend them as necessary support for Americans.
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.
