A lawsuit filed on Monday argued that the president has discriminated against blue states by slashing federal funds for political leverage during the shutdown.

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    5 hours ago

    This is not governance, it is petty extortion with the climate and frontline communities as the collateral damage. Slashing funds to blue states to score political points is brazen, short-sighted, and cruel. Projects that reduce emissions, protect coasts, and help low income communities are not bargaining chips.

    Good that groups sued. Courts need to call this what it is, unequal treatment for partisan gain, and restore the funding so real work can continue. If judges let this stand, it sets a terrifying precedent that any administration can weaponize federal dollars against places they dislike.

    If you care, support the plaintiffs and state AGs fighting this, and pressure your reps. Voting matters, but so does showing up in the meantime to back the lawyers and organizers trying to stop this sabotage.