Summary
A judge has stopped the Trump administration from taking $34 million in anti-terrorism money meant for New York's transportation system. The decision came after New York's Attorney General sued, claiming the funds were cut because of New York's sanctuary city policies.
Key Facts
- A U.S. District Court judge issued an order blocking the fund cut.
- The funding in question is for New York City's transportation system's protection against terrorism.
- New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security.
- The lawsuit claims the funds were being cut due to New York's sanctuary city status.
- Judge Lewis A. Kaplan agreed New York could likely prove funds were diverted as punishment.
- The grant program for the funds was originally based on terrorism risk assessments.
- The judge noted past terrorist attacks in New York City to highlight its high risk.
