Trump's Shutdown Strategies and Their Legal Implications
TL;DR
Democrats acknowledge President Trump's methods of diverting funds to pay troops and support food programs are likely illegal, but they are hesitant to challenge him due to political considerations, despite concerns over his lawless actions.
- "Yes it's illegal, but": Why Democrats aren't fighting Trump's shutdown workarounds Axios
- Trump’s shutdown moves show he believes he controls the federal purse CNN
- Is it legal to use R&D money to pay troops during shutdown? Federal News Network
- Will a paycheck arrive? Shutdown leaves military families in limbo USA Today
- Trump Signs Memo Expanding His Authority to Spend Federal Money The New York Times
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