Summary
The Trump administration’s move to withhold congressionally approved federal funds has sparked legal battles over the Constitution’s “power of the purse,” which grants spending authority to Congress.
Nonprofit groups and over 20 Democratic attorneys general have sued, citing violations of the Impoundment Control Act.
The administration argues the law is unconstitutional, potentially setting up a Supreme Court showdown.
Critics call it a “dangerous power grab,” while legal experts say past rulings limit presidential authority over spending.
Fair point. I’m still pissed that the Supreme Court has basically ruled that president’s are immune to prosecution while in office regardless of what they do. Such a stupid and obvious rule that will get abuse.
The fact that Biden didn’t immediately take advantage of that to purge the court for being blatant enemies of the republic was appalling.
“We need a Republican Party. We need an opposition that’s principled and strong.” - Joe Biden