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Trump Enforces Bond Rule Amid Record 119 Lawsuits Targeting Executive Orders

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Published Mar 13, 2025, 09:46 PM

President Donald Trump has issued a memorandum instructing federal agencies to enforce Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 65(c), which mandates plaintiffs seeking injunctions against the government to post a security bond. This policy is aimed at deterring frivolous lawsuits and ensuring plaintiffs cover potential costs and damages to protect taxpayer funds. The Trump administration is facing 119 lawsuits within the first 51 days of its second term, a record number for any U.S. president. These legal challenges focus on executive orders, including those addressing immigration, funding freezes, and the termination of grants and contracts. The administration's enforcement of Rule 65(c) is part of its broader effort to curb what it describes as judicial overreach and misuse of the court system. Courts have responded to these lawsuits with a mix of temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions, and dismissals. Key legal debates include the separation of powers, the legality of funding freezes, and the administration's authority to implement its policies. Some cases are expected to escalate to the Supreme Court for resolution.

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