Summary
A federal judge in Rhode Island ordered the Trump administration to unfreeze federal funding, accusing it of violating a previous court ruling.
The lawsuit, filed by 22 states and D.C., argues the freeze is unconstitutional and causing harm. Trump, JD Vance, and Elon Musk have suggested defying court orders.
The administration appealed the ruling, while legal experts warn officials like the Treasury Secretary could face contempt charges if they ignore it.
The case tests executive power limits and judicial authority.
I think the judge is mistaken. This is an official act. That means it’s not constrained by things like rulings. In fact, law just isn’t applicable. They really should put more effort into staying up-to-date. /s
Well, supreme Court already said if it’s an official act, then he is immune. So if he decides a court order but it’s an official act, then he can’t be guilty.
Great job there scotus
I get your point, but just because you and your freedom are immune to prosecution doesn’t mean your money and property are safe from seizure. For example, if it’s believed that Mar-a-Lago was used in the process of a crime, like withholding documents or discussing illegal things, then it can be seized in civil asset forfeiture and Trump would have to prove his innocence to get it back. Same with his money. I think it’s possible in the current context to find a judge willing to try this. I have no idea how the execution of such an order would play out. But there are still interesting cards unplayed.
It wouldn’t. The order would get appealed, the appeal would be slow walked so it wouldn’t be executed in a timely manner, and eventually, it would find its way to the supreme
kangaroocourt and be deemed unconstitutional to seize the assets of the acting presidentfor life.Edit to add sarcasm tag?
One would hope that’s not necessary!
And yet here we are
The internet has taught me that there is no such thing as sarcasm that everyone can detect.
This is the timeline where that guy took POTUS. It’s necessary.
Don’t ever use the /s. I don’t and look how awesome I am.
I’m not saying you’re wrong in your opinion here, but I am gonna ask what happens if Trump does not comply with a federal judge’s order or the order from a state judge that would have implications and federal rulings?
I think the courts already determined that you can’t prosecute a sitting president, are there no repercussions?