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Trump's $10 Billion Fund Sparks Budget Authority Debate

10/30/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump allocates a $10 billion fund from HR 1 to pay DHS law enforcement during the shutdown.
Some Republican lawmakers were unaware of the fund's use.
They generally support paying federal employees.
Sen. Jack Reed notes the shutdown differs from previous ones due to the large available funds.
Legal experts say the administration's spending practices may challenge Congress's authority over budget decisions and raise constitutional questions.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump allocates a $10 billion fund from HR 1 to pay DHS law enforcement during the shutdown.
Some Republican lawmakers were unaware of the fund's use.
They generally support paying federal employees.
Sen. Jack Reed notes the shutdown differs from previous ones due to the large available funds.
Legal experts say the administration's spending practices may challenge Congress's authority over budget decisions and raise constitutional questions.