• New York Attorney General Letitia James plans to sue the Trump administration over a federal grant freeze, calling it unconstitutional and harmful to community programs.
  • The freeze excludes programs like Social Security and Medicare but halts funding for many local initiatives, sparking criticism and legal challenges.
  • The Trump administration defends the pause, stating direct aid remains unaffected, but James and other attorneys general are preparing to fight the policy in court.

New York Attorney General Letitia James announced Tuesday her plans to file a lawsuit against the Trump administration, accusing it of unconstitutional policies following a freeze on federal grant programs. She criticized the decision, calling it “reckless and dangerous,” and warned of the widespread impact on public programs across the nation.

This legal move comes after a White House memo on Monday paused federal grants and loans, potentially affecting trillions in government funding. James, joined by other Democratic attorneys general, vowed to challenge the policy in court.

Why the Federal Grant Freeze Matters

The freeze on federal grants, effective Tuesday at 5 p.m. ET, excludes key programs like Social Security, Medicare, and welfare. However, it halts funding for countless other community programs that rely on federal support. Critics argue that this could disrupt essential services.

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James took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to address the freeze, stating, “Programs in communities across the entire nation depend on this funding to support families, and this action is only going to hurt them.”

Trump Administration’s Response

The Trump White House defended the policy, with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt clarifying that direct aid to individuals will remain unaffected. She emphasized that programs like Social Security benefits, Medicare, food stamps, and welfare will continue as usual.

“This is not a blanket pause on federal assistance and grant programs,” Leavitt said during a Tuesday press briefing. But critics, including James, argue that limiting funding for other programs jeopardizes vital community initiatives.

Legal Action in the Works

At a news conference on Tuesday, James confirmed her office’s preparations for a lawsuit, calling the grant freeze unconstitutional. She rallied support from other Democratic attorneys general, signaling a united effort to challenge the administration’s decision.

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“This administration’s new policy puts people at risk, and it is plainly unconstitutional,” James declared. Her office aims to prevent what she described as the harmful consequences of this funding pause.

Uncertainty Surrounds Policy Freeze and Its Impact

As the freeze takes effect, questions remain about how it will impact federal spending and public programs nationwide. The pending lawsuit could reshape the policy and its implications for state and local governments.

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