The document outlines a temporary restraining order (TRO) from the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island regarding the case of New York et al. v. Trump, involving allegations against the Executive's pause of federal financial assistance as per OMB Memorandum M-25-13. The Court prohibits federal agencies from pausing, freezing, or terminating federal awards based on this memorandum or related Executive Orders. Key points include that the pause applies universally across all financial assistance programs and that agencies retain discretion to act according to relevant laws, not the OMB memo. The Court emphasizes potential irreparable harm to states relying on federal funding for essential services and highlights the importance of preserving the separation of powers. As the litigation progresses, the TRO will remain in effect until further court orders are issued. This case has implications for federal grants and funding processes, showcasing the tensions between executive authority and legislative intent within the framework of federal financial assistance.