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Trump Administration Targets $9 Billion in Unspent Funds

5/30/2025

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The Trump administration is taking bold steps to shrink the federal government, seeking to reclaim over $9 billion in unspent funds, mainly from foreign aid and public broadcasting. This move comes on the heels of the House passing a budget reconciliation package, with Speaker Mike Johnson pushing to fast-track Trump's fiscal 2026 budget during ongoing budget talks.

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The Trump administration is taking bold steps to shrink the federal government, seeking to reclaim over $9 billion in unspent funds, mainly from foreign aid and public broadcasting. This move comes on the heels of the House passing a budget reconciliation package, with Speaker Mike Johnson pushing to fast-track Trump's fiscal 2026 budget during ongoing budget talks.