Anderson Cooper 360 Judge Blocks Part Of Trump’s Plan To Freeze Federal Aid
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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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Freezing Federal Spending
- President Trump's order to freeze federal spending caused confusion and a legal fight.
- A judge temporarily blocked the order, raising questions about executive power.
Confusion and Blame
- Stephen Miller blamed the media for the confusion surrounding the spending freeze.
- The White House press secretary couldn't answer questions about Medicaid funding.
Scope and Ramifications
- The White House memo affected various federal agencies, causing confusion among officials.
- A federal judge paused the freeze, and its scope and ramifications are unclear.