US EditionWhite House sends Congress request for $9.4B in DOGE cuts
- The White House asked Congress on Tuesday to rescind $9.4 billion in previously approved federal spending through a rescission request.
- The request follows President Donald Trump's ongoing effort to cut spending on programs aligned with his America First policies and requires congressional approval.
- The rescission targets funding from foreign aid, public broadcasting, and global health programs, including $496 million for disaster assistance and $400 million for HIV/AIDS initiatives.
- Russ Vought, the White House budget chief, indicated that the administration could propose more rescission packages if Congress supports further spending cuts.
- If Congress approves, these cuts would formalize the administration’s spending reductions but depend on legislative action to take effect.
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President Trump asks Congress to codify DOGE cuts to foreign aid and public broadcasting
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