Trump, Judge McConnell and Federal government

Federal government fights RI judge's order halting Trump's federal funding freeze. What to know.
The federal government has moved to halt a federal court order barring it from pausing federal spending, arguing that the judge’s directive is unprecedented and undermines President Donald Trump’s authority.
Who is Judge McConnell? Meet with RI judge at the center of Trump's spending freeze.
Now McConnell, sitting since 2019 as chief judge of the U.S. District Court, is at the center of a high-stakes legal battle between Democratic states and President Donald Trump’s administration over a federal funding freeze that organizations say is compromising vital work.
Musk urges impeachment of RI’s chief federal judge amid court fight over funding
U.S. District Chief Judge John “Jack” McConnell Jr., who was nominated by President Obama in 2010 and has served as chief judge since 2019, issued a temporary restraining order on Jan. 31 blocking the funding freeze, which the White House said covered grants and loans.
Impeachment threat hits judge who blocked Trump federal funding freeze
House GOP Rep. Andrew Clyde wants to file articles of impeachment against a federal judge who blocked the Trump administration's funding freeze.
Judge Says Trump Spending Freeze to Remain Blocked During Appeal
President Donald Trump’s controversial attempt to freeze spending for billions of dollars in federal funds for loans, grants and other payments must remain on hold while the government appeals a court order,
Washington Bridge money still in doubt despite court order blocking Trump spending freeze
PROVIDENCE - Rhode Island Transportation Director Peter Alviti Jr. Thursday told lawmakers the state has enough money set aside to rebuild the westbound Washington Bridge even if President Donald Trump's administration cancels more than $200 million in federal grants to the state.
RI judge orders Trump administration to restore frozen funds. What we know.
A Rhode Island judge on Monday ordered the federal government to comply with a court-issued directive halting a freeze on ...
Experts weigh in: Can a judge from RI play a key role in checking presidential power?
A court can impose sanctions, fines or enact other penalties if the Trump administration refuses to comply with Judge McConnell's orders.
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RI federal judge orders Trump administration to restore frozen funding, abide by temporary restraining order
U.S. District Chief Judge John McConnell ordered the Trump administration Monday to abide by a recent temporary restraining ...
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RI judge poised to block Trump's federal spending freeze. What to know.
and therefore was moot Judge McConnell did not agree and is allowing the case to proceed PROVIDENCE − A federal judge in Rhode Island is poised to block President Donald Trump's freeze on ...
The federal judge trying to hold President Trump accountable is revered in Rhode Island
Rhode Island leaders say Judge John “Jack” McConnell Jr. is well-equipped to handle the pressure that comes with ruling ...
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Attorney General Neronha says judge approved sale of Roger Williams and Fatima Hospitals
Attorney General Peter Neronha announced an update in the sale of Roger Williams Medical Center and Our Lady of Fatima ...
Retired Judge Frank Caprio releases new book
Retired Providence municipal court Judge Frank Caprio's new book was released on Tuesday. Caprio is most well-known for his ...
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Judge says sale of RI hospitals can move forward
Roger Williams Medical Center in Providence and Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence have been losing money for ...
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Warwick bank robbery suspect to appear before a judge
WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) — A 39-year-old man is due in court today after police say he robbed a bank in Warwick. According to ...