Pennsylvania Governor Sues Trump Administration Over Withheld Federal Funding
Gov. Shapiro files lawsuit against Trump agencies for withholding $2.5 billion in federal aid, claiming unconstitutional actions amidst ongoing legal challenges.
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Shapiro is suing the Trump administration to reap the benefit of the federal judge’s order.
Shapiro latest Democrat suing 'unconstitutional' Trump admin
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The freeze caused widespread chaos.
Pennsylvania governor sues over Trump administration spending freeze on grants, loans
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Pennsylvania governor sues over Trump administration spending freezes on grants and loans
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Shapiro argues that the Trump administration is breaking a contract by withholding funds already approved by Congress.
Shapiro files lawsuit against Trump administration over funding freeze
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Summary
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has sued the Trump administration, alleging it is unlawfully withholding $2.5 billion in federal funding previously approved by Congress. Despite court rulings mandating the release of these funds, Shapiro claims the Trump administration continues to ignore these orders, jeopardizing vital state programs. The lawsuit targets federal agencies for what Shapiro describes as 'flagrantly lawless' behavior, halting funding essential for public health, clean energy, and rural job creation. The administration argues that the freeze is necessary to reassess spending based on executive orders, but faces increasing legal challenges from various states.
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