Summary
Democratic attorneys general from five states have sued the Trump administration to stop a freeze on $10 billion in funding for child care and social services. The states argue this funding is crucial for low-income families and that the sudden halt lacks evidence and legal basis. The lawsuit was filed in New York by the attorneys general from California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York.
Key Facts
- Democratic attorneys general from five states are suing the Trump administration.
- The lawsuit targets a freeze on more than $10 billion meant for child care and social services.
- The lawsuit claims the freeze endangers programs crucial for low-income families.
- The case was filed in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York.
- The suit argues the freeze was based on misinformation, not actual fraud findings.
- The attorneys general come from California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York.
- The Trump administration cites systemic fraud as the reason for the funding cut.
- Child care providers are concerned about impacts on their services and operations.
