⚖ Oral Arguments, with Context

We hear the Ninth Circuit consider a dispute over federal homelessness funding in Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, known as LAHSA, submits the joint grant application for the area's Continuum of Care, a regional network of homeless-service organizations. On June 11, 2026, HUD suspended LAHSA pending an investigation into suspected financial mismanagement and other grant violations. That blocked LAHSA from applying on the region's behalf; HUD proposed letting service providers apply directly instead. LAHSA sued, and the Continuum joined the case. On August 13, the district court temporarily restored LAHSA to its administrative roles and ordered HUD to execute already-approved grant agreements. At this September 22 hearing, the government will ask the Ninth Circuit to stay parts of that injunction—to pause those requirements during the appeal. It will contend the suspension protects federal funds and direct applications can keep services funded. LAHSA and the Continuum will contend the abrupt change puts housing and funding at risk. Their 'arbitrary and capricious' challenge under the Administrative Procedure Act asks whether HUD explained why immediate action was needed and considered the consequences for the region.

Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, et al. v. Trump, et al. (No. 26-5367) — U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, argued September 22, 2026.