Judge Blocks Trump From Cutting $35M In New York Anti-Terror Funding
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.
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