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Supreme Court Lets Trump Withhold $4 Billion in Foreign Aid Approved by Congress
The Supreme Court’s 6-3 conservative majority upheld a rare presidential tactic to freeze $4 billion in aid, challenging congressional authority over spending.
- The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration can withhold $4 billion in foreign aid authorized by Congress, siding with the president's policies on foreign assistance.
- Justice Elena Kagan dissented, highlighting that the ruling prevents funds from reaching their intended recipients and emphasizes the legal complexities of the case.
- The ruling allows Trump to exercise authority over appropriated funds, raising questions about the executive's power concerning congressional decisions.
- This ruling marks Trump's 19th victory at the Supreme Court, highlighting ongoing tensions between the executive branch and Congress over funding decisions.
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US President Trump was a thorn in the face of billions of aid that had already been granted to foreign countries. He wanted to let it go. Now, the U.S. Supreme Court is commenting on this.
Supreme Court allows US to cancel $4 billion in foreign aid funds
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to effectively decline to pay about $4 billion in congressionally appropriated foreign aid funds Friday, in a ruling just days before the end of the fiscal year. Friday’s order paused part…
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