Trump Administration Freezes $1.8 Billion Compensation Package Ahead of Court Hearing
The Trump administration agreed to temporarily freeze a $1.8 billion compensation package criticized by some as a slush fund, following a court order that barred further action on the program.
The Trump administration agreed to temporarily freeze a $1.8 billion compensation package criticized by some as a slush fund. U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema barred the administration last week from taking any further action to create or operate the fund ahead of a June 12 court hearing.
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