Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration’s Funding Rule

The Trump administration attempted to restrict counterterrorism funds for local governments that did not verify the citizenship status of voters. This decision came under scrutiny.

On September 28, 2026, at 6:31 p.m. EDT, a federal judge made a significant ruling. This judge prevented the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) from reducing anti-terrorism funds by 20 percent for local governments that did not implement specific election changes. This decision affected local policies on election management.

FEMA’s proposal was part of the Trump administration’s broader efforts to revise election procedures. The recent judicial decision represented a major setback to these efforts.