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Mrvan Disappointed with Spending Freeze Decision

February 24, 2025

Congressman Frank Mrvan is opposed to the potential temporary freeze on federal spending on grants and other forms of assistance.

President Trump signed an executive order to temporarily withhold further spending on things like grants and loans to review those programs in an effort to cut wasteful spending.

A court has overturned the executive order until ruling whether such action is a violation of federal law.  

Mrvan called the decision by the president disappointing considering those dollars “have a known and positive impact for countless individuals, small businesses, municipalities in Northwest Indiana, as well as non-profit organizations that provide needed assistance to children, seniors, and veterans.

Mrvan, who’s a member of the House Appropriations Committee, said he will continue to fight to ensure that federal funds are spent as required under law to keep the nation and communities “safe, to lower costs, and to grow our economy.”

“My office has already received many calls today from constituents and organizations directly impacted by this freeze, and I would encourage all those who may need assistance to also contact my office and we will continue to advocate for Northwest Indiana in addressing this matter,” he said.

The Trump administration said the freeze, if allowed, would not impact things like Social Security, Medicare or Medicaid.