Trump's Ambition to Control Government Spending Faces Skepticism

Donald Trump plans to use a controversial legal theory to seize control of federal spending by withholding funds from programs he opposes, challenging Congress' constitutional power over the budget. This approach, known as "impoundment," could lead to significant legal and political battles, as it contravenes the 1974 Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act. Trump's strategy is part of a broader effort to consolidate executive power, raising concerns about potential abuses and echoes of his first impeachment over withholding aid to Ukraine.