A coalition of NGOs and small businesses has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging it unlawfully withheld foreign aid funds appropriated by Congress, which jeopardizes humanitarian and development programs overseas. The plaintiffs argue this freeze on aid undermines their operations and endangers the livelihoods of thousands, as these programs cannot be immediately revived. The lawsuit aims to overturn an executive order delaying foreign aid pending review, citing no legal authority for such a freeze and arguing that the administration's rationale is unfounded.
The lawsuit states that U.S.A.I.D.'s partners are hemorrhaging resources and employees, highlighting the critical jeopardy of humanitarian efforts due to foreign aid withholding.
The complaint claims that the Trump administration has violated the separation of powers by withholding foreign aid that Congress appropriated, putting numerous livelihoods in jeopardy.
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