Judge Rules Trump's Emergency Declaration For Border Wall Was Unlawful

The transcript discusses President Trump's declaration of a national emergency to fund the Mexican border wall after Congress only approved $1.4 billion of the requested $5.7 billion. El Paso County and the Border Network for Human Rights sued, arguing the emergency declaration was unjustified and overstepped presidential authority. The court agreed, noting Congress's clear budgetary limits, and allowed 10 days for an injunction to prevent further military fund use.

What was the main reason for the lawsuit filed by El Paso County and the Border Network for Human Rights?

• To support the national emergency declaration

• To challenge the plan to build the wall

• To request more funds for the wall

• To support military projects

How much money did President Trump initially request for the border barrier?

• $5.7 billion

• $7.2 billion

• $3.5 billion

• $1.4 billion

What was the purpose of declaring a national emergency according to President Trump?

• To increase military spending

• To divert funds for wall construction

• To improve border relations

• To enhance national security

What did the lawsuit argue about the national emergency declaration?

• It was supported by Congress

• It was necessary for national security

• It met all legal criteria

• It did not meet the criteria of an emergency

What did the judge decide regarding the use of military funds for the wall?

• The funds could be used without restrictions

• The funds were increased to $5.7 billion

• The funds were approved by Congress

• The funds were denied beyond $1.4 billion