A federal judge has largely blocked sweeping executive orders from President Donald Trump that sought to end government support for programs promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.

Summary

A federal judge blocked most of Donald Trump’s executive orders that aimed to end government support for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs.

U.S. District Judge Adam Abelson found the orders likely violated free speech rights and issued a preliminary injunction preventing enforcement.

The plaintiffs, including Baltimore and academic groups, argued the orders were unconstitutional and caused widespread harm.

The ruling allows the attorney general to investigate DEI practices but halts enforcement.