25 states sue FEMA and DHS, accuse Trump admin. of withholding funding
Summary
A group of 25 states and the District of Columbia are suing FEMA and the Department of Homeland Security. They say the Trump administration is withholding disaster and security grants unless states follow new election and immigration rules.Key Facts
- The lawsuit involves 25 states plus the District of Columbia.
- States accuse FEMA and DHS of holding back about $148 million in grants.
- The withheld funds are for disaster preparedness, emergency response, and homeland security.
- New funding rules require states to verify voter citizenship, use specific types of ballots, and assist federal immigration enforcement.
- States argue these conditions are unrelated to emergency management and are improper.
- The lawsuit claims the administration's actions violate the Administrative Procedure Act and the Constitution’s Spending Clause.
- Rhode Island’s Attorney General says the administration is unlawfully risking public safety.
- FEMA says the rules are needed to protect election security and integrity.
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