Congress to Review Trump's Proposed Spending Cuts Through Rescission

Former President Trump's administration is preparing to send a rescissions package to Congress, aiming to cut funds that were previously approved by lawmakers. Rescission is a legal process where the executive branch proposes to cancel or reduce funding that Congress has already allocated. Once the White House submits the package, Congress has a limited window, typically 45 days, to review and vote on the proposed cuts.

The process requires Congress to act affirmatively to approve the rescissions. If Congress does not act within the allotted time, the funding must be released as originally planned. This mechanism gives the President a tool to attempt to control spending, but it ultimately relies on Congressional approval. The proposed cuts, often referred to as "DOGE cuts" (though the specific programs targeted were not detailed in the original source), could affect a range of government initiatives, depending on what's included in the package. The upcoming Congressional review will be a key moment in determining the fate of these funds.