On the recordJanuary 27, 2025
Congress has the power of the purse. And no, the president doesn't have the right to say, sorry, Congress, even though you appropriated it, I'm not going to spend it.
Source
transcripts.cnn.comCongress has the power of the purse. And no, the president doesn't have the right to say, sorry, Congress, even though you appropriated it, I'm not going to spend it.
Jim Himes emphasizes that the president cannot unilaterally decide not to spend appropriated funds.
Share
More from Jim Himes
I’m glad the federal government is stepping up to assist Connecticut residents and businesses, especially those in Fairfield County, in recovering from last month’s flooding.
Every life lost to an overdose leaves a hole in the lives of family and friends left behind.