The order is temporarily on ice, but uncertainty swirls around which programs would and wouldn't be hit by the federal aid freeze.

Federal agencies “must temporarily pause all activities related to obligation or disbursement of all Federal financial assistance,” White House Office of Management and Budget Acting Director Matthew Vaeth said in the original memorandum, a copy of which was obtained by CNN, citing administration priorities listed in past executive orders.

The Trump administration has reportedly rescinded a controversial order to freeze spending on federal grants. The decision sparked legal challenges, as well as widespread confusion about what would and wouldn't be subject to a funding pause.

The White House Office of Management and Budget has rescinded a Trump administration directive pausing federal loans, grants and other financial assistance, the White House confirmed on Wednesday. The order on the federal grant freeze sparked widespread confusion among Americans and organizations that rely on Washington and their financial lifeline.