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Trump Plans to Test Controversial ‘Impoundment’ Theory to Defund Programs He Opposes

President-elect Donald Trump is planning to test a controversial legal theory, asserting that presidents have the power to withhold funding from programs they oppose. This strategy, known as "impoundment," could potentially shift significant budgetary control from Congress to the executive branch. Trump's plan challenges the long-standing constitutional principle that gives...

After Delay, Trump Signs Agreement With Biden White House to Begin Formal Transition Handoff

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday reached a required agreement with President Joe Biden's White House to allow his transition staff to coordinate with the existing federal workforce before taking office on Jan. 20. The congressionally mandated agreement allows transition aides to work with federal agencies and access non-public...

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