Letitia James Sues Trump Administration Over HHS Cuts, 16 AGs Join

New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit, joined by 20 Democratic-led states, against the Trump administration over significant cuts to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The suit claims that the administration's actions would eliminate thousands of HHS jobs and dismantle vital public health programs, allegedly violating federal law and undermining decades of progress. At a recent rally, James vocally criticized the administration's proposed reductions, arguing they would harm essential services for vulnerable populations. Critics, including legal experts and media commentators, argue that James' actions follow a pattern of targeting political opponents and raise concerns about the expanding use of national injunctions to block presidential policies. The lawsuit comes as James herself faces allegations of mortgage fraud, leading some to question her motivations and credibility. The situation has fueled partisan debate over the appropriate limits of state legal challenges to federal executive decisions.