A substantial amount of federal funding designated for climate and clean energy projects remains frozen due to an order from Trump, causing widespread uncertainty and alarm among advocates and project managers. Efforts to unlock more than $7 billion earmarked for initiatives like the Solar For All program and various state environmental projects are currently stymied. Despite court rulings attempting to restore funding, many local businesses and farmers face significant economic challenges as a result of this freeze. Democratic lawmakers are pressing for answers regarding what they deem illegal funding cuts that threaten public health and environmental safety, while local communities grapple with the ramifications of halted federal support.