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Federal Judge Protects $77M in Pandemic Funds for Illinois Schools

5/10/2025

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A federal judge in New York has halted the Trump administration's attempt to withdraw pandemic relief funds for public schools, safeguarding $77 million earmarked for Illinois. This decision stems from a lawsuit led by Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul and 17 other states, contesting the cancellation of unspent education fund extensions. The legal battle is set to continue.

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A federal judge in New York has halted the Trump administration's attempt to withdraw pandemic relief funds for public schools, safeguarding $77 million earmarked for Illinois. This decision stems from a lawsuit led by Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul and 17 other states, contesting the cancellation of unspent education fund extensions. The legal battle is set to continue.