Marketplace All-in-One The Trump administration can't withhold disaster relief
Dec 24, 2025
Charles Dennis, Executive Director of Feeding America, Kentucky's Heartland, discusses critical issues surrounding food security and disaster relief. He highlights a recent federal judge ruling restoring Homeland Security funding to affected states. Dennis sheds light on the rising demand for food assistance, revealing some agencies now face double the clientele. With anticipated SNAP changes threatening food access, he emphasizes the need for local response efforts and encourages community involvement through volunteering to reshape perceptions about welfare.
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Court Orders Restoration Of Security Grants
- A federal judge ruled the administration's reallocation of homeland security grants arbitrary and capricious.
- Grants must reflect local threat levels, not political standing with the White House.
Targeted States Successfully Challenged Cuts
- States sued after losing funding intended for police and emergency response planning.
- The judge found plaintiff states were "obviously and deliberately targeted for funding cuts."
Judge Lets H‑1B Fee Stand For Now
- A judge allowed a $100,000 fee on new H-1B work visas, citing presidential authority granted by Congress.
- Legal challenges and appeals from groups like the U.S. Chamber of Commerce are still possible.