Trump administration officials filed an appeal with U.S. Supreme Court today, aiming to pause $4.9 billion in congressionally approved foreign aid. Funds target State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development programs abroad.
Administration argues lower court ruling forces executive branch against sound judgment if enforced. Move comes amid broader push to slash overseas assistance since Trump returned to power in January.
New funding faces temporary freeze. USAID sees 90 percent program reductions under current policy.
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