Federal Judge Halts Trump Administration Cuts to Public Health Research Funding in Some States

A federal judge has halted funding cuts to public health research in some states made by the Trump administration, granting a temporary restraining order for 22 Democratic-led states that were affected by the cuts. The decision came after an investigation found that the administration had made the cuts without proper oversight or consultation with state and local officials. The cuts were part of a broader effort to restrict federal funding for research on public health issues such as abortion access, COVID-19 testing and vaccine distribution, and maternal healthcare. The ruling is seen as a major victory for advocates who have been pushing back against what they see as an attempt by the Trump administration to undermine public health policy.