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Trump's $5 Billion Spending Cut Sparks Bipartisan Outcry
9/5/2025
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Story summary
- President Trump's cancellation of $5 billion in approved spending faces criticism from some Republicans, who view it as illegal.
- Senators Collins and Murkowski raise concerns about the legality, while Senator Kennedy supports spending cuts.
- Senate Democrats, led by Schumer, accuse Trump of undermining Congress and warn of potential government shutdowns.
- This situation could affect Collins' re-election prospects in 2026.
