Letters from an American February 10, 2025
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Feb 11, 2025 The podcast dives into the fallout from the Trump administration's funding freezes, highlighting the impact on farmers and raising constitutional concerns. It examines legal immunity for presidents, questioning accountability and governance. The discussion also critiques dissension in Supreme Court opinions and emphasizes the importance of the Freedom of Information Act. Lastly, recent firings related to ethics and whistleblower protections are addressed, painting a picture of the ongoing struggles within government integrity.
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Farmers Funding Freeze
- The Trump administration froze government funds, impacting farmers with USDA contracts.
- These farmers had pre-paid for infrastructure improvements based on promised assistance.
Courts vs. Executive
- Republicans in Congress have remained largely silent on the administration's power grabs.
- Courts are pushing back against these actions, ruling to restore frozen funding.
CFPB Closure Attempt
- Russell Vogt, OMB Director and Project 2025 author, attempted to close the CFPB.
- This action was deemed an unlawful attempt to circumvent Congress's authority.