Obama-Appointed Judge Blocks Trump Administration From Canceling $1.1 Billion COVID Aid, Dismantling Agencies, Withholding SF Housing Funds

A federal judge appointed by former President Obama has ordered the Trump administration to restore $1.1 billion in COVID-19 education funds aimed at addressing the long-term effects of the pandemic on schools. This ruling blocks the administration's attempt to cancel the aid. Additionally, a federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from dismantling three federal agencies. In a separate case, the administration was also prevented from withholding San Francisco housing funds due to the city's anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. These judicial decisions highlight the ongoing legal challenges faced by the Trump administration regarding the use and conditions of federally appropriated funds.