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21 States Sue Trump Over Threat to Libraries and Museums

4/4/2025

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A powerful coalition of 21 state attorneys general, spearheaded by New York, Rhode Island, and Hawaii, is taking a stand against the Trump administration's Executive Order that seeks to dismantle essential agencies like the Institute of Museum and Library Services. This lawsuit claims the move not only breaches the Constitution but also jeopardizes crucial support for libraries, museums, and minority-owned businesses across the country.

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Story summary

A powerful coalition of 21 state attorneys general, spearheaded by New York, Rhode Island, and Hawaii, is taking a stand against the Trump administration's Executive Order that seeks to dismantle essential agencies like the Institute of Museum and Library Services. This lawsuit claims the move not only breaches the Constitution but also jeopardizes crucial support for libraries, museums, and minority-owned businesses across the country.