House Democrats are taking proactive steps to address the threat of President-elect Donald Trump potentially utilizing impoundment to unilaterally make spending decisions for the federal government, bypassing Congress. This strategy session, led by House Budget Ranking Member Brendan Boyle and Appropriations Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro, aimed to educate their colleagues on the impoundment process.
Impoundment occurs when Congress allocates funds that the president chooses not to spend. While Democrats acknowledge the importance of reducing excess spending, particularly within the Department of Homeland Security and the Pentagon, they are wary of Trump and his allies making cuts without congressional consultation.
