Judicial Scrutiny Hinders President Trump Agenda.

Recent judicial actions have curtailed several initiatives advanced by President Trump through executive orders. Federal judges intervened on Thursday, specifically targeting aspects related to voting, immigration, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in education.

Notably, a U.S. District Judge blocked the administration’s effort to unilaterally add a proof-of-citizenship requirement to the federal voter registration form. This stemmed from a March 25th executive order challenged by the Democratic party, who argued the President lacks the authority to dictate federal election regulations. Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly sided with the plaintiffs, effectively halting a provision compelling federal agencies to assess citizenship status before offering voter registration opportunities at public assistance agencies. These legal challenges underscore the ongoing checks and balances within the American system, limiting the executive branch’s unilateral power.