Congress may again curtail ‘America First’ funding request for State
Rep. Madeleine Dean opposed the 'vague' fund, citing a lack of established congressional oversight mechanisms.
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Congress is poised to reject the Trump administration's $5 billion request for the 'America First Opportunity Fund,' with lawmakers from both parties expressing concerns over the lack of oversight and potential for misuse.
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