Trump Administration Unfreezes $2.1 Billion for Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro announced that over $2.1 billion in federal funds, previously frozen by the Trump administration, has been restored. This follows Shapiro's lawsuit filed on February 13, which claimed the funding freeze was unconstitutional and illegal. The funds will support critical environmental projects, including energy efficiency upgrades and the capping of abandoned oil wells, which had been halted due to the freeze. Shapiro emphasized that his legal action and direct engagement with Trump administration officials were instrumental in unfreezing the funds. While the Trump administration's lawyers argued that the freeze was a legal pause to reassess funding distribution, Shapiro maintained that the agreements were binding and required compliance. The restoration of funds is seen as a victory for Pennsylvania's efforts to address climate issues and improve infrastructure.