John J. McConnell Jr.
Judge John J. McConnell Jr. is a federal judge for the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island, known for his significant rulings that address complex legal issues, including those involving executive power and federal grants. He recently made headlines by ruling that the Trump administration defied a judicial order to release billions in federal grants, marking a notable assertion of judicial authority over executive actions.
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United States:
Judge John J. McConnell Jr. issued a limited injunction regarding federal funding for 22 states.
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Brazil:
Judge John J. McConnell Jr. faced a large volume of threatening messages after blocking a Trump administration attempt to freeze federal funds.
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Brazil:
Judge John J. McConnell Jr. blocked Trump's order to freeze funds for states.
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Pakistan:
John J. McConnell Jr. ordered the Trump administration to lift a ban on government spending.
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United Kingdom:
US district judge John J McConnell Jr instructed Donald Trump’s administration to restore federal funding.
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United States:
Judge John J. McConnell Jr. ruled that the Trump administration defied his order to release federal grants.
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