The Shutdown Is Stretching On. Trump Doesn't Seem to Mind
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The ongoing US government shutdown continues with President Trump seemingly unconcerned, sparking discussion about the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches.
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jleyank
3 months ago
If he can cause payments to occur with his Sharpie, why should he care what's shutdown - he can accomplish what he wants without the hassle of listening to Congress. So it might be up to Congress to reassert its control of the money or atrophy further.
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