Judge Rules Trump Administration Defies Court Orders on Federal Grants

A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration has not complied with a temporary restraining order to unfreeze billions in federal funding, including crucial NIH grants for research. This marks the first judicial declaration of the White House's disobedience to a court order, raising concerns about a potential constitutional crisis as the administration argues its actions are lawful. Key Republican senators, including Sen. Bill Cassidy, have opposed the cuts to NIH funding. Meanwhile, the Justice Department is embroiled in disputes regarding the legality of frozen funds related to clean energy and infrastructure projects. If the administration continues to ignore court orders, it could undermine the judicial branch's authority over the executive, challenging the checks and balances fundamental to the U.S. government. The situation has left thousands of federal employees uncertain about their future as the court deliberates the legality of the administration's buyout plan.