A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration did not comply with a prior order to suspend a federal spending freeze, which has created chaos in government funding. Judge John McConnell emphasized the sweep of the freeze likely violates constitutional limits on presidential power, leading to serious harm across the nation. Despite an order halting the freeze, several state governments, particularly Democratic-led, have reported ongoing difficulties accessing essential funds. The court's decision poses significant implications for the balance of budgetary authority between the president and Congress.
The broad categorical and sweeping freeze of federal funds is, as the Court found, likely unconstitutional and has caused and continues to cause irreparable harm to a vast portion of this country.
The President cannot unilaterally halt congressional spending commitments,
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