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Judge Blocks Trump's $10B Cut to Child Services Funding

2/11/2026

Summary

Story summary

A federal judge extended an order blocking U.S. President Donald Trump's administration from withholding $10 billion in child care and social services funding in Minnesota, New York, California, Illinois, and Colorado.
The extension follows lawsuits by the five states alleging politically motivated cuts.
Critics say the administration's plan to rescind $600 million in public health funds in California, Colorado, Illinois, and Minnesota undermines essential services amid a measles outbreak.

History

Historical Context

The 1996 Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act significantly reformed welfare, resulting in funding cuts that challenged states like California and Illinois. This historical shift continues to resonate today as states contest proposed $10 billion cuts to child care and health services under the Trump administration, highlighting ongoing tensions over federal support for social services in the U.S.

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Story summary

A federal judge extended an order blocking U.S. President Donald Trump's administration from withholding $10 billion in child care and social services funding in Minnesota, New York, California, Illinois, and Colorado.
The extension follows lawsuits by the five states alleging politically motivated cuts.
Critics say the administration's plan to rescind $600 million in public health funds in California, Colorado, Illinois, and Minnesota undermines essential services amid a measles outbreak.

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