Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released the below statement after the federal court granted the City a preliminary injunction in a lawsuit initiated by Mayor Harrell, City Attorney Ann Davison, and the City of Seattle. While the Trump administration has attempted to unlawfully withhold millions in federal funds to the City because of Seattle’s efforts to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion and support LGBTQ+ communities, this ruling determined that Trump’s actions were unconstitutional. This builds on Seattle’s previous legal victories against the Trump administration, including a lawsuit over funding threats related to Seattle’s status as a welcoming city.

Read Mayor Harrell’s statement below:

“Today’s ruling is a major victory for the city, for our communities, and for

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