Trump Administration Faces Legal Pushback Over Federal Funding Freezes

Federal judges challenge the administration's attempts to halt congressionally approved funding, citing constitutional concerns.

Federal judges have issued rulings against the Trump administration for freezing federal funds, including those allocated under the Inflation Reduction Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
Judge John McConnell criticized the administration for violating his temporary restraining order, which prohibited funding freezes based on executive orders or directives.
The administration's actions, including Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) accessing sensitive Treasury systems, have raised concerns about financial stability and data security.
Critics warn that the administration's defiance of court orders could lead to a constitutional crisis, challenging the judiciary's authority.
Advocacy groups and state attorneys general continue to file lawsuits to block funding freezes and protect federal programs and worker rights.