WASHINGTON - A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from cutting billions in foreign aid authorized by Congress. This ruling comes as the funds are set to expire at the end of the month.

The judge determined that the administration's refusal to spend the aid likely violated a US law governing federal agency decision-making processes. The decision follows months of litigation over whether the White House has the authority to delay or block spending approved under the 2024 appropriations law.

The Justice Department has notified the judge of its intention to appeal the ruling.

This ruling impacts foreign aid allocations and sets a precedent for how federal agencies must adhere to congressional spending directives.

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