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Appeals Court Boosts Trump’s Power to Cut Foreign Aid

8/13/2025

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A US appeals court has empowered the Trump administration to slash billions in foreign aid, overturning a previous ruling. Critics warn this move erodes Congress's authority and jeopardizes vital humanitarian programs. As challengers consider further legal action, the constitutional ramifications of this decision loom large, stirring intense debate across the nation.

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A US appeals court has empowered the Trump administration to slash billions in foreign aid, overturning a previous ruling. Critics warn this move erodes Congress's authority and jeopardizes vital humanitarian programs. As challengers consider further legal action, the constitutional ramifications of this decision loom large, stirring intense debate across the nation.