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A second federal judge has ruled to block the Trump administration's spending freeze


Published on 2025-03-06 12:21:19 - LAist
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  • U.S. District Judge John McConnell Jr. said the attempt to pause trillions in federal spending "fundamentally undermines the distinct constitutional roles of each branch of our government."

A second federal judge has issued a ruling to block the Trump administration's spending freeze, which was intended to reallocate funds for the construction of a border wall with Mexico. This decision follows a similar ruling by another judge, highlighting ongoing legal challenges to the administration's efforts to redirect military construction and other federal funds. The lawsuits argue that the reallocation of funds violates the Constitution's Appropriations Clause, which gives Congress the power of the purse. The rulings underscore the judiciary's role in checking executive power, particularly in matters of fiscal policy and national security.

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