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Ilhan Omar: We get to decide, we have the power of the purse.

On the recordFebruary 6, 2025
We get to decide, we have the power of the purse.
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Ilhan Omar
Democratic · Minnesota

Editor's note · Context

Omar emphasizes Congress's authority over budget allocations, countering claims of unilateral executive power.

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