Top Senate Republican sounds alarm over latest Trump attempt to cancel funding

Sen. Collins Pushes Back on Trump's Pocket Rescission

Following President Donald Trump's decision to use a pocket rescission to cancel nearly $5 billion in foreign aid that was previously approved by Congress, Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, pushed back.

GOP Senator Blasts Trump's $5 Billion Money Grab as Unlawful

Sen. Susan Collins pushed back on the administration trying to cancel foreign aid without Congress.

Susan Collins says Donald Trump’s effort to cut $4.9B in foreign aid is illegal

The president’s move would effectively cut the budget without going through the legislative branch, with a “pocket rescission.”

Republican says Donald Trump's rare use of presidential power "unlawful"

Because lawmakers have 45 days to respond, President Trump's request effectively ensures the foreign aid money will lapse unspent.

Top Senate Republican sounds alarm over latest Trump attempt to cancel funding

Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Susan Collins criticizes President Trump's attempt to withdraw $4.9 billion in foreign aid without congressional approval.

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