Supreme Court's Temporary Block on Foreign Aid Spending

The U.S. Supreme Court issued a temporary block on a lower court's ruling mandating the Trump administration to spend billions in foreign aid funds. The pause allows more time for the court to assess the administration's request to withhold $4 billion appropriated by Congress.

Chief Justice John Roberts, responsible for managing emergency filings in Washington, issued the stay. This administrative move buys the justices additional time to deliberate, with a looming deadline of September 30 approaching.

The decision reflects the ongoing tussle between different branches of government over fiscal powers and the allocation of aid designated by Congress.

(With inputs from agencies.)