GAO Rules Trump's $800M Spending Cuts Illegal

GAO Rules Trump's $800M Spending Cuts Illegal

The Government Accountability Office has ruled that President Donald Trump cannot withhold more than $800 million in congressionally approved spending beyond the fiscal year's end. The GAO told lawmakers and Vice President JD Vance that the maneuver, known as a pocket rescission, is illegal under the Impoundment Control Act. The funds targeted immigrant services and diversity initiatives.

Source: AP News

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