Summary
The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to keep nearly $5 billion in foreign aid frozen, a decision criticized by some justices. The court's conservative majority granted an emergency appeal, citing the President’s authority in foreign affairs, but it is not a final ruling. This decision will keep the funds blocked while the case proceeds in lower courts.
Key Facts
- The Supreme Court extended an order to freeze about $5 billion in foreign aid.
- This decision followed an emergency appeal by the Trump administration.
- Justice Elena Kagan and two other liberal justices disagreed with the decision.
- The funds were initially approved by Congress but withheld by Trump using a procedure not used in 50 years.
- The court cited the President's foreign affairs authority in its decision.
- Justice Kagan argued that the decision upsets the balance of power between Congress and the presidency.
- The freeze will stay in place as the case continues in lower courts.
- Critics say the decision undermines the separation of powers and could impact vulnerable communities globally.
