The court has granted the state of Maine a temporary restraining order in a case involving USDA funding. Attorney General Frey expressed that this decision indicates that the "Trump Administration did not follow the rule of law" when it reduced program funding intended for school children and vulnerable adults.
According to Frey, the order prevents the administration from unlawfully freezing funds that were allocated by Congress to Maine. He emphasized, "No one in our constitutional republic is above the law and we will continue to fight to hold this administration to account."
The restraining order preserves access to the funds, ensuring they remain available for their intended purpose.
For further information, contact Danna Hayes at Danna.hayes@maine.gov.