The US Supreme Court recently ruled in a 5-4 decision against the Trump administration's request to continue freezing nearly $2bn in foreign aid. The ruling upheld a previous order by a US district judge mandating the release of funds for programs already approved by Congress. This decision, backed by Chief Justice Roberts and liberal justices, has been criticized by conservative justices who expressed concerns about the authority of district courts. The freeze initially implemented by Trump aimed to review aid distribution but led to disruptions in critical relief efforts worldwide.
A divided US Supreme Court has rejected the Trump administration's request to continue freezing nearly $2bn in foreign aid, marking a significant legal setback.
In a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court upheld a district judge's ruling, permitting the release of foreign aid previously approved by Congress.
Justice Alito, dissenting, questioned the power of a single district judge to compel the government to process billion-dollar payouts, indicating a profound constitutional concern.
The freeze on foreign assistance ordered by Trump has caused disruptions, halting critical aid and affecting life-saving programs around the world.
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