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Trump Is Trying to Take Control of Spending From Congress. Will It Work?

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The Presidential Power to Withhold Funds and Its Implications

This chapter explores the ramifications of presidential authority over budgetary decisions, highlighting the historical significance of the Impoundment Control Act of 1974. It also discusses potential shifts in governance as Trump contemplates challenging this Act, raising questions about the separation of powers.

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