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Judge Blocks Trump’s Funding Cuts to Sanctuary Cities

8/25/2025

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Judge Blocks Funding Cuts

A judge has prevented the Trump administration from cutting federal funding to Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, and 30 other cities with 'sanctuary' policies.
U.S. District Judge William Orrick cited unconstitutional coercion in extending a preliminary injunction against funding cuts.
The ruling safeguards billions in federal funds for these jurisdictions.
The administration plans to appeal the initial injunction.

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Garcia Reunites Family

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, wrongfully deported, has been released from a Tennessee jail and is heading to Maryland to reunite with family.
His deportation was classified as an "administrative error," with unproven gang affiliation charges.
Garcia's lawyers claim the Justice Department's actions are vindictive for him asserting his rights.
A judge has prohibited ICE from re-arresting Garcia, ensuring his access to legal counsel.
Rep. Pramila Jayapal commended Garcia's release and called for an end to baseless investigations.

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Judge Blocks Funding Cuts

A judge has prevented the Trump administration from cutting federal funding to Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, and 30 other cities with 'sanctuary' policies.
U.S. District Judge William Orrick cited unconstitutional coercion in extending a preliminary injunction against funding cuts.
The ruling safeguards billions in federal funds for these jurisdictions.
The administration plans to appeal the initial injunction.

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