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Can the president override Congress on spending?
Planet Money
Understanding Presidential Authority Over Spending
This chapter explores how presidents can defer or rescind government spending, particularly regarding disaster relief funds. It examines the rescissions process and its implications on presidential authority, highlighting historical usage by past presidents and the constitutional debates surrounding these powers.
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