Washington, D.C., February 28, 2025 — Foreign aid organizations have petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to compel the Trump administration to release funds for work already performed, following a federal judge's order. Despite U.S. District Judge Amir Ali's directive to disburse nearly $2 billion by February 26, Chief Justice John Roberts temporarily halted the order, allowing for further court deliberation. This legal contention arises from President Trump's 90-day suspension of all foreign aid under his "America First" agenda, disrupting global humanitarian efforts. Aid groups argue that the funding freeze causes significant harm and claim that the administration has exceeded its legal authority, effectively dismantling federal agencies and obstructing congressionally approved spending.
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