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5. The president can't "choose" where to spend money Congress allocated to a specific entity.

Reply to cstanleytech (Reply #4)

Sat Dec 13, 2025, 01:13 PM

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Plus, it appears this nonprofit had a contract. Regardless, the shelter was denied due process in being arbitrarily denied funds for a service it was performing for the government and being barred from future funds for those services. The nonprofit has a right to due process like anyone else and can sue under 42 USC 1983 for damages.

Yes, we have a lawless SCOTUS conservative majority. That doesn't mean the shelter can't sue. Do not obey in advance. And don't tell others to obey in advance.

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How is barring federal funds legal? I hope the shelter sues. SunSeeker Friday #1

Is there a Constitutional requirement that the government has to fund it? cstanleytech Saturday #2

Yes. There is a constitutional requirement that Congress controls the pursestrings, not the president. SunSeeker Saturday #3

That's just the power of that they can choose on what to spend it on. cstanleytech Saturday #4

The president can't "choose" where to spend money Congress allocated to a specific entity. SunSeeker Saturday #5