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Trump Administration's Early Policies Face Legal Challenges and Delays

Federal judges have temporarily blocked several of President Trump’s executive orders and initiatives, stalling efforts to reshape government operations and policies.

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Lisa Suhay, left, walks with her daughter Mellow, who is transgender, Monday, Feb. 3, 2025, in Norfolk, Va. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)
The Olympic rings symbol is displayed by the Olympic House, ahead of the Executive Board meeting of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), in Lausanne, Switzerland, December 3, 2024. REUTERS/Denis Balibouse/File Photo
Transgender activists speak at the Georgia Capitol on Jan. 13, 2025 in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Charlotte Kramon)

Overview

  • Multiple federal judges have issued temporary injunctions against Trump’s executive orders, including those targeting birthright citizenship, transgender inmate housing, and USAID restructuring.
  • The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, has faced legal pushback over access to Treasury data and efforts to significantly downsize federal agencies.
  • Trump’s proposed tariffs on Canada and Mexico were paused after negotiations, though a 10% tariff on Chinese imports went into effect, prompting retaliatory measures from China.
  • The administration's move to freeze federal spending and foreign aid encountered immediate legal challenges, resulting in injunctions and operational disruptions.
  • While the White House expresses confidence in the legality of its actions, legal experts suggest some policies may face significant hurdles in higher courts, including the Supreme Court.