Feds Can't Use DEI Order To Block Cities' Funds, Judge Rules

By Ben Adlin · June 30, 2026, 8:50 PM EDT

A Washington federal judge Monday dealt a blow to President Donald Trump's efforts to restrict federal funds going to cities and counties that promote diversity programming and "gender ideology," ordering the...

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Case Information

Case Title

City of Seattle v. Trump et al

Case Number

2:25-cv-01435

Court

Washington Western

Nature of Suit

Civil Rights: Other

Date Filed

July 31, 2025


Case Title

City of Shoreline et al v. United States Department of Transportation

Case Number

2:26-cv-01311

Court

Washington Western

Nature of Suit

Other Statutes: Administrative Procedures Act/Review or Appeal of Agency Decision

Date Filed

April 16, 2026