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Judge blocks Trump administration from cutting Hennepin County DEI federal funding
By Joseph Swanson at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 1, 2026
· 2 min read
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting off federal funds to Hennepin County and several other local governments over a dispute regarding new policy mandates.
The ruling bars the administration from withholding federal grants from communities that do not c...
Key takeaway The decision is a major financial relief for Hennepin County, which has $274 million in federal funding tied up in its 2026 budget.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The temporary block on cutting federal funds to Hennepin County comes as a significant relief to local residents who rely on programs like the WIC nutrition initiative and school lunches at the juvenile detention center. With $274 million in federal funding at stake, the county's ability to continue providing these essential services was hanging in the balance. The ruling also has implications for the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, which uses Department of Justice grants to process DNA samples, a crucial tool in solving crimes and bringing justice to victims and their families. As the broader civil lawsuit moves forward, Hennepin County residents will be watching closely to see how the outcome affects the county's budget and its ability to provide vital services. The fact that Hennepin County is joined in this lawsuit by other local governments, including Ramsey County, suggests that the impact of this decision will be felt across the Twin Cities region.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting off federal funds to Hennepin County and several other local governments over a dispute regarding new policy mandates.
The ruling bars the administration from withholding federal grants from communities that do not c...
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