2025-01-28T22:19:45Z Read in app Donald Trump Jim WATSON / AFP This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now.Have an account? A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's temporary plan to freeze federal grants, preventing it from taking effect Tuesday evening, according to the Associated Press. The decision, which caused widespread panic among federal employees, would have impacted funding at agencies like FEMA and the Small Business Administration.This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. Thanks for signing up! Look out for your first newsletter with today's big story in your inbox soon.Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go.