White House uses pocket rescission to block $810 million in funding
What each leads with
CNBC ↗ — Leads with "blocking $810 million in congressionally appropriated funding" and notes Collins' criticism of undermining C; Highlights GAO conclusion that pocket rescissions are unlawful under the Impoundment Control Act.CNBC — Leads with "blocking $810 million in congressionally appropriated funding" and notes Collins' criticism of undermining C; Highlights GAO conclusion that pocket rescissions are unlawful under the Impoundment Control Act.
Fox News ↗ — Opens by stating cancellation of funds for "programs serving illegal immigrants, diversity initiatives" that do not bene; Details specific cuts including an "LGBT youth summit" and doctoral work on "queer and trans community building."Fox News — Opens by stating cancellation of funds for "programs serving illegal immigrants, diversity initiatives" that do not bene; Details specific cuts including an "LGBT youth summit" and doctoral work on "queer and trans community building."
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