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Judge Blocks Part Of Trump’s Plan To Freeze Federal Aid

Jan 29, 2025
Dan Goldman, a Democratic Congressman from New York, weighs in on the federal judge's temporary block of Trump's planned freeze on trillions in federal aid. He discusses the resulting chaos among federal agencies and the implications for vital programs. The conversation also touches on the dramatic rift within the Kennedy family, as Caroline Kennedy labels her cousin Robert F. Kennedy Jr. a 'predator' ahead of his confirmation hearings, raising concerns about public health initiatives under Trump's administration.
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  • A federal judge has blocked President Trump's plan to freeze federal aid, causing unrest among agencies and lawmakers over funding uncertainty.
  • Caroline Kennedy has publicly criticized Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ahead of his confirmation hearings, raising concerns about his suitability for health leadership.

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