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Trump rescinds nearly $1 billion in federal funding without Congress
Original: Trump rescinds nearly $1B in federal funding, bypassing Congress
President Trump has moved to rescind nearly $1 billion in previously approved federal funding, acting without congressional approval. The decision raises questions over presidential spending powers and the role of Congress in controlling the federal budget. The affected programmes have not been detailed, and legal or political challenges from lawmakers are likely as the dispute unfolds.
Why now: The move is a significant assertion of executive power over federal spending that bypasses Congress, sparking political and legal controversy.
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