Trump blocks $4.9 billion in foreign aid that Congress approved, using a maneuver last seen nearly 50 years ago
Trump is using what’s known as a pocket rescission.
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4 viewpointsSusan Collins says Donald Trump’s effort to cut $4.9B in foreign aid is illegal
White House plans to use 'pocket rescissions' to slash billions in foreign aid
Trump blocks $4.9 billion in foreign aid that Congress approved, using a maneuver last seen nearly 50 years ago
Trump moves to cancel nearly $5 billion in foreign aid funds already approved by Congress
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5 viewpointsTrump moves to rescind $4.9 billion in foreign aid, earning pushback from Capitol Hill
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1 viewpointTrump blocks $4.9B in foreign aid Congress OK'd, using maneuver last seen nearly 50 years ago
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