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White House Freezes $26 Billion for Democratic States Amid Shutdown

White House Freezes $26 Billion for Democratic States Amid Shutdown

The White House on Wednesday froze $26 billion earmarked for Democratic-leaning states, escalating a political showdown as the federal government entered another shutdown. The freeze targeted major transit and energy programs, signaling President Donald Trump’s willingness to use the standoff to punish political opponents. The decision withheld $18 billion for transit projects in New York, … Read more