WSJ What’s News Why Bosses Have Had It With Office Activists
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Aug 29, 2025 Corporate leaders are cracking down on employee activism, with Microsoft making headlines for its firings related to political dissent. The trend reflects a shift in workplace culture and the evolving power dynamics between employees and employers. Meanwhile, the Trump administration's controversial move to cut foreign aid without congressional approval is sparking significant backlash in Washington. The tensions highlight a broader power struggle between Congress and the White House, alongside Kraft Heinz's potential breakup after a problematic merger.
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White House Moves To Rescind Foreign Aid
- The White House is using the Impoundment Control Act to rescind $4.9 billion in foreign aid, prompting constitutional concerns.
- Lawmakers warn this tactic threatens Congress's constitutionally assigned "power of the purse."
Legal Doubts Around Impoundment Tactic
- The GAO and court precedent suggest the Impoundment Control Act tactic is legally dubious and may exploit a closed loophole.
- Expect heightened congressional scrutiny and legal fights when lawmakers return from recess.
Rescission Is A Political Flex
- The administration frames the rescission as both a power flex and a political message to conservatives about debt control.
- Targeting foreign aid limits domestic political fallout while showcasing presidential authority.