Congress may again curtail ‘America First’ funding request for State
The Secretary of State would be required to consult with spending panels before obligating funds from the account.
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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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