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Frozen Funds and Political Fallout
This chapter examines the chaotic fallout from a federal freeze on grants and loans during a turbulent governance period, highlighting the confusion and backlash from both political parties. It discusses the immediate impact on vital programs like Medicare, Medicaid, and community assistance services, alongside concerns about the concentration of power in government decision-making. The chapter further analyzes the implications of these actions on legislative oversight and the chaotic nature of recent policymaking, drawing parallels to historical instances of executive overreach.
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