What Trump's $2 Billion Loss at the Supreme Court Really Tells Us
Briefly

The Supreme Court's recent 5-4 ruling requires the Trump administration to disburse nearly $2 billion in foreign aid that was previously suspended. Chief Justice Roberts and Justice Barrett sided with the liberal justices against the administration's attempts to avoid compliance with a lower court's ruling. Discussions between Dahlia Lithwick and Mark Joseph Stern highlight Judge Amir Ali's frustrations with the administration's actions and emphasize the implications of this ruling for the treatment of Trump by the courts moving forward.
The Supreme Court's 5-4 decision compels the Trump administration to release nearly $2 billion in foreign aid, marking a significant win for USAID.
Judge Ali's ruling demonstrates frustration at the Trump administration's attempts to dodge funding obligations crucial to survival programs worldwide.
The court's order, while not explicitly endorsing Judge Ali's ruling, signals a critical stance against the Trump administration's foreign aid suspension.
The ruling reveals a nuanced approach by the Supreme Court, showing that support for Trump's maneuvers may not be as assured as previously thought.
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