Connecticut Attorney General William Tong said Tuesday that the Trump administration’s order for federal agencies to pause the disbursement of loans and grants was an “unprecedented and blatantly lawless and unconstitutional attack.

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed President Trump’s order remains “in full force and effect, and will be rigorously implemented” as the administration works to root out waste, fraud, and

The decision could affect trillions of dollars and cause widespread disruption in health care research, education programs and other initiatives.

Connecticut Senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy held a news briefing Wednesday to address the Trump administration's attempt to freeze federal funding and its potential impact on the state.

Attorney General William Tong announced on Wednesday that Connecticut residents are afforded these rights under the Connecticut Data Privacy Act.

Connecticut is "going on the offensive" according to Attorney General William Tong, planning to sue the Trump Administration to stop a memorandum issued late Monday night that would halt federal funds to states.

President Donald Trump's order to pause funding for most types of federal grants and loans would have far-reaching affect in Connecticut, officials say.

The late Monday memo set off a scramble as state agencies in Connecticut start to assess the effects it could have on critical programs.

A judge postponed Trump's freeze on federal grants as the impacts to the state and Norwich are being determined.

This is a full assault on Connecticut families—an unprecedented and blatantly lawless attack on every corner and level of our government and economy," said Connecticut Attorney General William Tong.

Attorney General William Tong says he's prepared to oppose Trump's top priorities, while other Connecticut officials have been more conciliatory.

Connecticut officials are expressing concerns about what a federal funding freeze could mean for families across the state, saying they’ll do what they can to provide support for residents in the coming days and months.