Judge Declines NYC's Request for Immediate Return of $80 Million FEMA Migrant Funds

The court ruled that New York City failed to demonstrate irreparable harm, allowing the Trump administration to withhold the funds while the case proceeds.

• A federal judge denied New York City's bid to compel the Trump administration to immediately return $80.5 million in FEMA funds intended for migrant housing.
• The funds were initially disbursed in February but were rescinded by FEMA shortly after, citing concerns over crime linked to a city shelter.
• New York City officials argued that the clawback was unlawful and aimed at undermining a federally approved shelter funding program.
• The judge ruled that the city did not show sufficient evidence of irreparable harm to justify an emergency order for the funds' return.
• The lawsuit, which challenges the legality of the funds' withdrawal, will continue as New York seeks a preliminary injunction against the federal government.

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