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Budget Cuts and Congressional Power

This chapter explores a recent Senate vote reflecting troubling budget cuts to both military and non-military programs, raising alarms about the implications for congressional authority. The discussion points to significant risks posed by delegating budgetary control to the executive branch, emphasizing threats to essential services like public health and disaster relief. It critiques the chaotic budget-writing process and fears surrounding the erosion of democratic checks and balances.

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