"A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to restore funding to a new rail tunnel between New York and New Jersey on Friday, ruling just as construction was set to shut down on the massive infrastructure project. The decision came months after the administration announced it was halting $16 billion in support for the project, citing the then-government shutdown and what a top federal budget official said were concerns about unconstitutional spending around diversity, equity and inclusion principles."
"U.S. District Judge Jeannette A. Vargas in Manhattan approved a request by New York and New Jersey for a temporary restraining order barring the administration from withholding the funds while the states seek a preliminary injunction that would keep the money flowing while their lawsuit plays out in court. "The Court is also persuaded that Plaintiffs would suffer irreparable harm in the absence of an injunction," the judge wrote."
U.S. District Judge Jeannette A. Vargas approved a temporary restraining order requiring restoration of federal funds for the New York–New Jersey rail tunnel, preventing an immediate construction halt. The administration had halted $16 billion in support, citing the government shutdown and concerns about spending tied to diversity, equity and inclusion principles. The order bars withholding funds while the states pursue a preliminary injunction to keep money flowing during litigation. The judge found plaintiffs would suffer irreparable harm and that public interest would be harmed by project delays. New York officials called the ruling a critical victory for workers and commuters, and project officials warned of job losses if work stopped.
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