VINCE The Trump Admin Isn't Having This... | Episode 107
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Aug 20, 2025 
Hans von Spakovsky, a Senior Legal Fellow at the Heritage Foundation and an expert in election law, joins to discuss compelling political shifts. He examines Tulsi Gabbard's dramatic stripping of security clearances linked to Russiagate. The conversation also explores Trump's budget rescissions and their constitutional implications, alongside redistricting dynamics in Texas impacting voter behavior. With a mix of humor and insights, they navigate the intertwining of politics, legal challenges, and the evolving electoral landscape.
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Executive Pocket Rescissions Explained
- The White House can use "pocket rescissions" to withhold appropriated funds within a 45-day window at fiscal year-end.
- OMB argues this saves taxpayer money and may be legally defensible despite GAO objections.
Loophole GAO Flagged 40 Years Ago
- GAO previously warned Congress about a pocket rescission loophole but Congress never fixed it.
- OMB and legal advisers assert the president can lawfully let funds "evaporate" if Congress does not act.
Push For Bold Rescissions Now
- If you support cutting federal waste, pressure the White House to file substantial pocket rescissions when Congress returns.
- Expect Congress to challenge the move and be prepared for legal battles to reach the Supreme Court.