Gutting IMLS and Other Small Agencies (Rhode Island v. Trump, D.R.I., 1:25-cv-00128)

Lawsuit challenging the EO gutting seven smaller federal agencies, including the Institute of Museum and Library Services

Litigation Details

Case filed on: April 4, 2025

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Updates

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04/04/2025

On 4/4/25, the plaintiff states filed their complaint and motion for temporary restraining order, which was later converted to a motion for preliminary injunction.

05/06/2025

On 5/6/25, the district court issued a preliminary injunction barring the Trump administration from decimating the agencies and cutting off funds.