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Congress Investigates 200 Baseless Lawsuits Against Trump

3/17/2026

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America First Legal (AFL) says Democrat-run states filed more than 200 baseless lawsuits against the Trump administration that lack evidence of injuries.
AFL's legal counsel Will Scolinos asks Congress to investigate this lawfare aimed at obstructing U.S. President Donald Trump's policies.
The group notes that some states could not provide records to substantiate their claims.
The House Judiciary Committee is evaluating AFL's report.

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America First Legal (AFL) says Democrat-run states filed more than 200 baseless lawsuits against the Trump administration that lack evidence of injuries.
AFL's legal counsel Will Scolinos asks Congress to investigate this lawfare aimed at obstructing U.S. President Donald Trump's policies.
The group notes that some states could not provide records to substantiate their claims.
The House Judiciary Committee is evaluating AFL's report.