Can President Trump ignore Congress' spending laws? The debate over 'impoundment'A constitutional conflict is arising over whether the president can refuse to spend appropriated funds directed by Congress.
Trump Plans to Seize Control of the Budget Via an Obscure Legal TheoryTrump's proposed budget cuts challenge the constitutional separation of powers, asserting presidential authority over appropriations.His administration advocates for a broad interpretation of executive power in budget management.
Billions of dollars for clean energy, farming, and more projects remain frozen by TrumpTrump's hold on billions in spending jeopardizes projects and local economies amidst legal and political disputes over presidential authority.
Can President Trump ignore Congress' spending laws? The debate over 'impoundment'A constitutional conflict is arising over whether the president can refuse to spend appropriated funds directed by Congress.
Trump Plans to Seize Control of the Budget Via an Obscure Legal TheoryTrump's proposed budget cuts challenge the constitutional separation of powers, asserting presidential authority over appropriations.His administration advocates for a broad interpretation of executive power in budget management.
Billions of dollars for clean energy, farming, and more projects remain frozen by TrumpTrump's hold on billions in spending jeopardizes projects and local economies amidst legal and political disputes over presidential authority.
Trump wants the power to single-handedly choke off government spending. Lawmakers aren't sweating it yet.Trump seeks to challenge laws restricting presidential spending power to unilaterally control federal funds.