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Trump cancels $1bn in congressionally approved funding
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Trump cancels $1bn in congressionally approved funding

Trump has invoked a rare and legally contested executive power to cancel nearly $1 billion in spending that Congress had already approved, targeting immigrant services and diversity initiatives. The move sets up a direct confrontation with the legislature over the constitutional separation of powers, as midterm elections approach.

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