All articles tagged with #budget dispute
A congressional budget impasse led to the cancellation of millions in federal infrastructure funds for Pennsylvania communities, including safety and opioid prevention projects, highlighting the impact of political disagreements on local development and public safety initiatives.
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to release $11.5 billion in foreign aid approved by Congress, ruling that the administration's attempt to withhold the funds through a pocket rescission was likely illegal. The funds include money for global health and HIV/AIDS programs, and the decision highlights ongoing legal battles over executive authority and congressional appropriations.
The Trump administration temporarily halted then released NIH research funding amid internal debates over federal spending cuts, with concerns raised about potential impacts on scientific research and public health.
Netflix has reportedly cancelled Nancy Meyers’ ensemble comedy, Paris Paramount, due to a budget dispute. Meyers requested $150 million for the film, while Netflix was only willing to provide $130 million. The movie was set to be Meyers’ first film since 2015’s The Intern and was gaining buzz in Hollywood with Scarlett Johansson, Penélope Cruz, Michael Fassbender, and Owen Wilson as potential cast members.