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    Fed tightening: which Asian economies are most exposed?▼COMMENTARY: Where will Fed tightening hit hardest in Asia?✉newsBusinessBanking1 d ago

    A Reuters commentary examines where US Federal Reserve monetary tightening will hit hardest across Asia. As the Fed continues raising interest rates, attention is turning to which regional economies face the greatest strain from capital outflows, weaker currencies and higher borrowing costs. Analysts are weighing vulnerabilities such as current account deficits, external debt levels and dependence on dollar funding across Asian markets.

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    Trump administration backs off NIH grant control order●Update. "Trump administration backing off NIH grant order amid pushback." https://www. semafor.com/article/09/23/2026 /tMmastodonHealthMedicine181 d ago

    The Trump administration is retreating from a proposed executive order that would have given the White House greater control over National Institutes of Health grant decisions. Reporting by Semafor says the plan, which would have tightened political oversight of NIH research funding, is now considered 'dead' after significant pushback from scientists, universities and lawmakers. The retreat comes amid ongoing concerns over federal science funding policy.

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    Trump administration cancels refugee and immigrant funding▼Trump admin cancels funding for refugees, immigrants and others in move lawmakers argue is illegal✉newsWorldPolitics2 d ago

    The Trump administration has cancelled funding for programmes serving refugees, immigrants and other groups, a move that lawmakers argue is illegal. Critics in Congress say the cuts exceed the administration's legal authority, while the administration defends the cancellations as part of its broader immigration agenda. The decision affects organisations that rely on federal money to provide resettlement and support services.

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    Trump cancels nearly $1bn in congressionally approved funding▼Trump cancels nearly $1bn in funding approved by Congress✉newsWorldUS Politics2 d ago

    Donald Trump has moved to cancel nearly $1bn in federal funding that had already been approved by Congress, according to reporting by the Guardian. The decision raises fresh questions over presidential authority to withhold money appropriated by lawmakers and is likely to draw legal and political challenges from opponents in Washington.

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    Lawmakers slam Trump's cancelation of $810M in congressionally approved funding▼Lawmakers slam Trump’s move to cancel $810M in funding approved by Congress✉newsWorldPolitics1 d ago

    Lawmakers are criticizing President Trump's decision to cancel $810 million in funding that had been approved by Congress. Critics argue the move bypasses Congress's constitutional authority over federal spending, and the controversy has drawn attention from major news outlets as debate over executive power and the purse intensifies in Washington.

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    Bill Ackman calls Fed rate hike a mistake on inflation▼Bill Ackman says Fed rate hike was a ‘mistake’ that could make inflation worse✉newsBusinessBanking2 d ago

    Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman criticized the Federal Reserve's latest rate hike, calling it a mistake that he argues could actually make inflation worse rather than curb it. His comments add to a running debate among investors and economists over whether the central bank is tightening policy too aggressively as price pressures persist.

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    Trump administration claws back nearly $1B in Congress-approved spending▼Trump administration uses rare authority to claw back nearly $1B in spending approved by Congress✉newsWorldPolitics2 d ago

    The Trump administration is using a rarely invoked authority to rescind nearly $1 billion in federal spending that Congress had already approved. The move, reported by PBS, reignites a constitutional dispute over presidential power versus Congress's control of the purse, with critics calling it an overreach and supporters framing it as fiscal discipline. Lawmakers and watchdogs are expected to challenge the rescission.

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    President Trump has moved to cut nearly $1 billion in federal spending without seeking approval from Congress, a step that bypasses the legislature's constitutional power of the purse. The move is drawing attention over its legality and its implications for congressional authority over the federal budget, with debate expected over whether the White House can unilaterally withhold funds already appropriated.

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    Trump Moves To Cancel $810 Million in Congress-Approved Spending▼Trump Moves To Cancel $810 Million in Spending Approved by Congress✉newsWorldUS Politics1 d ago

    The Trump administration is moving to cancel $810 million in federal spending that was previously approved by Congress. The reported plan would rescind funds lawmakers had already allocated, setting up a fresh clash between the White House and Capitol Hill over control of the federal purse. The move is likely to draw legal and political challenges from members of Congress who argue the executive branch cannot unilaterally refuse to spend money appropriated by law.

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    Trump clashes with media as health and education cuts advance▼Politics chat: Trump vs the media; rolling back health and education spending✉newsHealth1 d ago

    NPR's politics segment examines Donald Trump's escalating conflict with the press alongside his administration's push to roll back federal health and education spending. Analysts weigh how the media confrontations are shaping coverage while budget reductions threaten public health programmes and school funding, drawing concern from policy advocates and educators.

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    Trump administration cancels refugee and immigrant services funding▼Trump admin cancels funding for refugees, immigrants and other services it says aren’t needed✉newsWorldPolitics2 d ago

    The Trump administration has cancelled federal funding for programmes serving refugees, immigrants and other groups, saying the services are no longer needed. The cuts affect organisations that provide resettlement assistance and related support. Critics are likely to challenge the move, which signals a continued sharp reduction in government spending on immigration and refugee programs.

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    A federal judge has ruled against the Trump administration's attempt to make states adopt election-related changes as a condition for receiving anti-terrorism grant funding. The decision stops the administration from withholding homeland security money to pressure states over election policy. It is the latest judicial setback to White House efforts to link federal funding to its political priorities.

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    Trump moves to cancel $810 million in congressionally approved funding●Trump moves to cancel $810 million in funding already approved by Congress✉newsWorldUS Politics1 d ago

    President Trump is moving to cancel roughly $810 million in federal funding that Congress had already approved. The attempt to rescind appropriated money is drawing attention because it tests the limits of executive power over spending and is likely to spark a fight with lawmakers over control of the federal budget.

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    President Trump is moving to rescind roughly $810 million that Congress already approved for domestic programs. The effort targets funding lawmakers allocated for priorities at home, setting up a fresh clash with Capitol Hill over federal spending and Congress's power of the purse. The report gives no further details on which programs would be affected or the legal mechanism being used.

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    Trump cancels nearly $1 billion in Congress-approved spending●# Trump is canceling nearly $1 billion in spending already approved by # Congress , the White House announced on Friday,MmastodonWorldLaw & Courts302 d ago

    The White House announced on Friday that President Trump is canceling nearly $1 billion in spending already approved by Congress. The administration is using a rare and legally contested power to rescind the funds, targeting money allocated for immigrant services and diversity-focused initiatives. The move, carried out through the Office of Management and Budget, is expected to trigger legal and political challenges over presidential authority to undo appropriations.

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    Trump Cancels $100 Million in Congress-Approved Education Funds▼Trump, Bucking Congress Yet Again, Cancels $100 Million for Education✉newsLifeEducation4 h ago

    President Trump has cancelled roughly $100 million in education funding that Congress had already approved, according to Education Week. The move bypasses lawmakers for the second time in this area, drawing criticism that the administration is overriding congressional spending decisions. The cancelled programs and the legal grounds for the rescission were not specified in the report, but the decision is likely to intensify disputes between the White House and Congress over control of federal spending.

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    Trump administration claws back $1 billion in congressionally approved spending●Trump administration uses rare authority to claw back $1B in spendingMmastodonWorldUS Politics352 d ago

    President Donald Trump is canceling nearly $1 billion in spending approved by Congress, the White House announced Friday. The Office of Management and Budget is using a rare and contested authority to rescind funds earmarked for immigrant services and diversity-focused initiatives, raising questions over presidential power versus Congress's control of the purse.

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    A federal judge has blocked a Trump-era immigration rule that restricted eligibility for federally funded programs. The ruling stops the rule from being enforced while legal challenges proceed. Critics of the rule had argued it unfairly limited access to services for immigrant families, while supporters said it protected public resources. The decision is part of a broader wave of litigation over immigration policies introduced during the Trump administration.

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    Trump cancels nearly $1 billion in Congress-approved spending▼Trump cancels nearly $1 billion in spending approved by Congress, a move some lawmakers called illegal✉newsWorldUS Politics2 d ago

    The Trump administration has moved to cancel close to $1 billion in federal spending that had already been approved by Congress. Several lawmakers say the move is illegal because it bypasses Congress's constitutional power of the purse. The cancellation is expected to trigger legal challenges and deepen disputes between the White House and legislators over control of federal funds.

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    Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on taxpayer-funded Trump ads▼Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on taxpayer funds used for TV ads promoting Trump✉newsWorldPolitics3 h ago

    Journalists Tamara Keith and Amy Walter discussed reports that taxpayer funds have been used to pay for television advertisements promoting President Trump. The segment examined how public money ended up in political messaging and what it says about the use of government resources. The pairing of the two analysts on this topic is drawing attention to questions of accountability and ethics in federal spending.

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    Trump cancels $810 million in federal spending▼What to know about the $810 million in spending canceled by President Trump✉newsWorldUS Politics10 h ago

    President Trump has canceled $810 million in federal spending, according to reporting by NPR and Oregon Public Broadcasting. The cancellation affects previously allocated funds, though the specific programs and agencies involved remain to be detailed in fuller coverage. The move adds to a series of spending cuts by the administration, drawing attention to how the affected funds were originally designated and what the cancellations mean for recipients.

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    Trump cancels nearly $1 billion in funding without Congress●Trump cancels nearly $1B in funding, bypassing Congress✉newsWorldUS Politics2 d ago

    The Trump administration has moved to cancel nearly $1 billion in federal funding without seeking approval from Congress, according to a report picked up by international outlets. The decision bypasses the legislature's traditional power of the purse, drawing criticism from opponents who call it an overreach of executive authority. Observers are questioning which programs will lose money and what legal challenges may follow.

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    Infantino signals FIFA may distribute more of its $6bn reserves●Gianni Infantino opens door to increased money distribution from FIFA's $6bn reserves https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7MmastodonSportSports223 h ago

    FIFA president Gianni Infantino has signalled openness to increasing the distribution of money from the organisation's roughly $6 billion in reserves to member associations. The proposal, reported by The Athletic, could mean more funds flowing to football federations worldwide. Observers are watching what this would mean for FIFA's finances ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

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    Lawmakers slam Trump's 'unlawful' $810 million federal funding cut▼Lawmakers slam Trump’s ‘unlawful’ move to cut $810 million in federal funds✉newsWorldUS Politics2 d ago

    US lawmakers are accusing President Trump of acting unlawfully after his administration moved to cut $810 million in federal funds. Critics in Congress say the unilateral reduction exceeds executive authority and have denounced it as an illegal overreach, setting up a likely fight over the money on Capitol Hill.

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    Congress's $1.3 billion sits unspent under Trump administration▼Congress allocated $1.3 billion that the trump administration hasn't spent✉newsWorldUS Politics3 h ago

    Congress appropriated $1.3 billion that the Trump administration has not spent, according to NPR reporting. The funds were allocated by lawmakers but remain untouched by the executive branch, raising questions about the administration's handling of approved spending and its refusal to release money Congress directed it to use.

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    Trump Cancels Nearly $1 Billion In Congress-Approved Spending▼Trump Cancels Nearly $1B In Spending Approved By Congress✉newsWorldUS Politics1 d ago

    President Trump has moved to cancel nearly $1 billion in federal spending that Congress had already approved, according to SRN News. The cutoff of roughly $1 billion raises fresh questions over presidential authority and the separation of powers, with the administration bypassing lawmakers on funds they had specifically appropriated. The decision is likely to draw legal challenges and criticism from Democrats in Congress.

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    Trump rescinds nearly $1 billion in federal funding without Congress▼Trump rescinds nearly $1B in federal funding, bypassing Congress✉newsWorldUS Politics1 d ago

    President Trump has moved to rescind nearly $1 billion in previously approved federal funding, acting without congressional approval. The decision raises questions over presidential spending powers and the role of Congress in controlling the federal budget. The affected programmes have not been detailed, and legal or political challenges from lawmakers are likely as the dispute unfolds.

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    Judge Blocks US From Tying Emergency Grants to Election Changes▼Judge Blocks U.S. From Tying Emergency Grants to Election Changes✉newsWorldElections19 h ago

    A federal judge has blocked the US government from making emergency grants conditional on states or localities changing their election procedures. The ruling stops federal officials from using pandemic-related or emergency funding as leverage to impose voting rule changes. The decision is being reported by major outlets including the New York Times and touches on ongoing debates over federal power and election administration.

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    FAA seeks $30 billion from Congress to modernize air traffic control▼FAA asks Congress for $30B to finish air traffic control modernization✉newsWorldUS Politics3 h ago

    The Federal Aviation Administration has asked Congress for $30 billion to complete the modernization of the US air traffic control system. The request covers replacing aging radar, communications and technology infrastructure with newer systems. The funding appeal comes amid ongoing scrutiny of US aviation infrastructure, and lawmakers will now weigh the multibillion-dollar request as part of federal budget deliberations.

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    Trump Targets Unallocated CHIPS Act Funds, Pivots to Tariffs●Trump targets unallocated CHIPS Act funds,pivoting to tariffs. TSMC kept its $6.6B grant,but tariff threats raised its UMmastodonTechnologySemiconductors11 d ago

    The Trump administration is moving to redirect unallocated CHIPS Act funds while relying on tariff threats rather than subsidies to push chipmaking onshore. TSMC retained its $6.6 billion federal grant, but pressure from tariff threats led it to raise its total US investment pledge from $65 billion to more than $165 billion. Commentators note this shifts reshoring costs onto private capital, though tariffs are seen as a far slower route to building semiconductor capacity than direct subsidies.

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    Germany building an archive to safeguard US climate data▼Why Germany is building an ark for US climate data https:// grist.org/international/why-ge rmany-is-building-an-ark-for-MmastodonWorld52 d ago

    Scientists in Germany are preparing to copy and store vast troves of American climate data, fearing the Trump administration could alter, restrict, or remove federal climate records. The effort has been likened to building an ark, preserving scientific information outside the United States in case it becomes unavailable at home, and has drawn attention as researchers weigh risks to publicly funded datasets.

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    Trump moves to cancel $810 million in federal funding▼What Is a ‘Pocket Rescission’? Inside Trump’s Move to Cancel $810 Million in Federal Funding✉newsWorldUS Politics1 d ago

    The Trump administration is moving to cancel $810 million in previously approved federal funding using a tactic being called a 'pocket rescission'. The move has drawn attention to the obscure budget mechanism, which involves proposing spending cuts late in the fiscal year so they are unlikely to be voted on by Congress before funding expires. Coverage is focusing on what the tactic is, whether it is legal, and its impact on approved programmes.

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    Partial government shutdown hits DHS amid stalled negotiations▼Partial government shutdown hits DHS: What to know about negotiations, potential impacts✉newsWorldPolitics1 d ago

    A partial government shutdown has begun affecting the Department of Homeland Security, with funding talks underway between congressional negotiators and the White House. The impasse raises concerns over pay for DHS employees, border and immigration operations, TSA staffing, and disaster response readiness. Lawmakers are under pressure to reach a deal quickly to limit disruptions to critical security agencies.

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    Trump Cancels $1 Billion in Federal Spending, Defying Congress▼Trump cancels $1B in federal spending in latest challenge to Congress✉newsWorldUS Politics2 d ago

    President Trump has cancelled roughly $1 billion in federal spending in a move that challenges Congress's authority over the federal budget. The decision, reported by Politico, is being framed as the latest escalation in a standoff between the White House and lawmakers over control of appropriations. Critics are expected to question the legality of bypassing Congress on funds it has already approved.

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    Court Strikes Down Trump Election Conditions on Anti-Terrorism Funding▼Trump Administration’s Election Conditions on Anti-Terrorism Funding Struck Down✉newsWorldElections4 h ago

    A federal court has struck down conditions imposed by the Trump administration that tied anti-terrorism funding to election-related demands. The Brennan Center for Justice highlighted the ruling, which blocks the administration from leveraging security grants to influence how elections are run. Critics had argued the conditions amounted to improper federal pressure on state election administration.

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    Federal Crackdown Targets School Internet Subsidies Amid Ed-Tech Backlash▼Feds target school internet subsidies in ed-tech backlash even as Trump touts AI✉newsTechnologyInternet2 h ago

    Federal officials are moving to scale back subsidies that help schools pay for internet access, part of a broader backlash against education technology. The push comes at an awkward moment, as President Trump simultaneously promotes artificial intelligence as a priority for American education, leaving schools facing tighter connectivity funding even as they are encouraged to embrace new AI tools.

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    Trump moves to cancel nearly $1B in approved funds▼Trump seeks to cancel nearly $1B in congressionally approved funds✉newsScienceSpace Policy1 d ago

    President Trump is seeking to cancel nearly $1 billion in funds already approved by Congress, according to a report by KEYE. The move would withhold money lawmakers had earmarked for federal programs, setting up a likely confrontation with Capitol Hill over the president's authority to refuse spending that Congress has enacted into law.

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    The New York Times reports that former President Donald Trump has proposed roughly $810 million in cuts to education and health spending, described as defying Congress. The single headline indicates a budget fight over federal funding, but no further posts or details are available, so it is not clear what specific programs are targeted or how lawmakers and the public are responding. Readers should treat this as an early political news item about proposed spending cuts awaiting congressional action.

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    Coalition pushes Congress to treat wildfires as national security issue▼A growing coalition wants Congress to think about wildfires as a national security challenge✉newsWorldUS Politics6 h ago

    A growing coalition is urging Congress to approach wildfires as a national security challenge rather than solely a natural disaster or land management issue. The push would reframe how the federal government funds, plans and responds to catastrophic fires, bringing wildfire policy into the same conversation as defense preparedness and homeland security priorities.

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    White House cancels health and education funds approved by Congress▼White House cancels health, education funds approved by Congress✉newsLifeEducation10 h ago

    The White House has moved to cancel funding for health and education programs that had already been approved by Congress. The rollback touches money lawmakers had allocated, raising fresh disputes between the administration and legislators over control of federal spending. The affected programs and the size of the cuts were not detailed in initial reporting.