Today on Arizona Horizon, Stephen Montoya, Partner at Montoya, Lucero & Pastor, breaks down the latest development from the White House's Office of Management and Budget. The budget office has imposed a freeze on all federal grants and loans, which could have far-reaching consequences for a variety of public programs and government spending—impacting everything from Meals on Wheels to Head Start programs. Montoya delves into how the freeze specifically targets executive orders related to immigration, foreign aid, climate change, energy, DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives, gender identity, and abortion. He explains the potential effects on federal spending and how it could disrupt crucial services for millions of Americans.

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