A federal judge in Maryland has ordered the Trump administration to restore Americorps funding in 25 states, including Washington.

The preliminary injunction, issued on Thursday, reinstates $12 million in unspent funding in Washington that was frozen in April when the agency that promotes services and volunteering announced plans to cut approximately 41% of its grant funding and place 85% of its paid staff on leave. The money helps fund programs and services in education, public safety, and food banks around the state.

Affected organizations in Spokane County include the United Way, which lost a $50,000 grant; NorthEast Washington Educational Service District 101, which lost $370,000; and the MLK Day of Service, which lost $200,000.

The Phoenix Conservancy, a Pullman-based nonprofit tha

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