CT officials, nonprofits relieved — and confused — as Trump administration rescinds funding freeze
Connecticut officials expressed both relief and confusion this week as President Donald Trump's administration rescinded a memo pausing billions of dollars.
Trump’s funding freeze causes scramble in CT. Senator : ‘This is what a king does’
Connecticut state officials were scrambling to respond to President Donald Trump’s plan to temporarily halt virtually all federal funding and loans as of 5 p.m. Tuesday. Officials were caught off guard by the timing and the extent of the plans,
Trump rescinds federal grant pause; CT Democrats are ‘galvanized’
Wednesday’s reversal created both temporary relief and additional confusion. CT Democrats characterized it as a small, incremental victory.
CT left scrambling after Trump freezes federal funding
HARTFORD - A sudden freeze on federal funding ordered by the Republican administration of President Donald Trump caused widespread consternation in Democrat-led Connecticut. State officials, local governments,
CT AG Tong, filing suit against Trump funding freeze, calls decree ‘war on the American people’
A federal judge Tuesday blocked President Trump’s administration from halting federal funds after a day filled with chaos as Gov. Ned Lamont and other top officials scrambled to learn the
CT legislators condemn Trump’s move to freeze federal grants
U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) is among many Democrats who expressed concern after President Donald Trump announced a freeze on federal funds.
Trump administration rolls back memo to freeze federal funding after judge halts order
The Trump administration has rescinded a memo to freeze federal funding across all agencies, which critics call unconstitutional.
Trump administration rescinds freeze on federal grants following confusion
The Monday evening memo from Trump's White House Office of Management and Budget sparked uncertainty over a crucial financial lifeline for states, schools and organizations that rely on trillions of dollars from Washington.
Trump administration rescinds funding freeze ahead of court hearing
The Trump administration on Wednesday rescinded a sweeping directive to pause federal loans, grants and other financial assistance, a White House official said, just shortly before it was set to appear in court for a second straight day to defend the policy.
Trump White House rescinds freeze memo on federal grants, ending feud with Congress
The Trump administration reversed its policy to freeze grants and loans while officials evaluated whether spending met the president's priorities.
Trump Administration Rescinds Order to Freeze Federal Aid Funding
The White House issued a memo sent to federal employees Wednesday scrapping its original order, according to a document viewed by The Wall Street Journal. The initial order was se
While some count memo walkback a win, CT Dems horrified at GOP, Trump promises funding freeze coming
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed President Trump’s order remains “in full force and effect, and will be rigorously ...
'Unforeseen consequences': How a Trump order is affecting key research in Connecticut
The gag order on health agencies was first reported on Tuesday and prevents all public communications, like publishing health ...
Trump turns a moment of national mourning into a push for his political agenda
Even though the investigation is ongoing and few details have been released, Trump quickly cast blame for Wednesday night’s ...
How CT Democrats plan to navigate Trump’s second term
CT's state leaders and its congressional delegation are refining their approach as they gear up for the next four years.
Connecticut attorney general vows to fight for immigrant families, reproductive rights during Donald Trump’s 2nd term
Connecticut Attorney General William General released a statement and video message to residents ahead of Donald Trump's ...
This Week in Connecticut: State lawmakers talk legislative session and the Trump factor
The claim that big banks have closed accounts held by certain political or business customers gained new visibility this week ...
Dan Haar: Five guidelines for living through Trump chaos for the next four years
Hearst CT Insider columnist Dan Haar shares his guidelines and guidance for the next four years of the Donald Trump ...
Trump removes certain independent inspectors general. CT lawmaker: ‘Puts veterans at risk’
The Trump administration has fired more than a dozen independent inspectors general at government agencies, a sweeping action ...