G.O.P. leaders are exploring cuts to federal aid, leaving some states fearful that their budgets cannot absorb billions of dollars in new costs.

Many of the suggested cuts, which would require congressional approval, target federal programs that benefit the poor.

Many of the suggested cuts, which would require congressional approval, target federal programs that benefit the poor.

Many of the suggested cuts, which would require congressional approval, target federal programs that benefit the poor.

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The investigations by the Government Accountability Office come as the White House looks to expand its power over the federal budget.

The cases are the latest test of the president’s expansive claims of executive power.

Retail executives huddled with the president amid fears that tariffs could result in higher prices.

The Trump administration has considered sharply curtailing vouchers as part of its budget for the 2026 fiscal year.

Amid the doom and gloom in financial markets, President Trump continues to insist he’s got a plan.