A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order against the Trump administration's freeze on foreign aid, allowing previously existing contracts to be reinstated. The ruling followed a lawsuit filed by health organizations that highlighted severe disruptions in humanitarian efforts and job losses tied to the funding halt. Judge Amir Ali criticized the administration's blanket suspension as irrational and ordered compliance within five days. Plaintiffs, including Chemonics International, reported that the aid freeze impeded critical health programs and led to significant layoffs. This ruling represents a significant legal challenge to the current administration’s approach to foreign aid.