Summary
The Trump administration is trying to cut $5 billion from foreign aid that Congress already approved. This involves a method called a pocket rescission, where funds could remain unused if Congress does not act quickly. The move could face legal challenges because it bypasses Congressional approval.
Key Facts
- The Trump administration wants to cut $5 billion in foreign aid that has already been approved by Congress.
- The method used is called a pocket rescission, which could let the funds go unspent if Congress does not intervene.
- This action targets money for peacekeeping operations and USAID, among other programs.
- The White House claims the cuts will help control government spending.
- Some question the legality of the pocket rescission as it bypasses Congress's usual budgeting power.
- The last time a president used a pocket rescission was over 40 years ago by President Jimmy Carter.
- Some politicians, like Senator Susan Collins, argue that this method violates the law.
- The current fiscal year ends on September 30, giving Congress limited time to act.
