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Historically, using the power of the purse has proved the most effective way to compel a President to take actions regarding the use of U.S. military force overseas that he otherwise might not agree to, according to the Congressional Research Service.
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Historically, using the power of the purse has proved the most effective way to compel a President to take actions regarding the use of U.S. military force overseas that he otherwise might not agree to, according to the Congressional Research Service.
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News Article
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{
    "organization": "Congressional Research Service"
}
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Historical Presidential Powers Congressional Research Service Power of the Purse Military Force
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October 2, 2026 at 11:01 PM (1 week ago)
Last Updated
October 2, 2026 at 11:01 PM (1 week ago)

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Want To Stop the Iran War? Don't Pay the Bill
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https://reason.com/2026/10/02/want-to-stop-the-iran-war-dont-pay-the-bill

Congress has the power to stop the ongoing U.S. war with Iran by refusing to fund it. Despite the War Powers Resolution failing to curb presidential warmaking, withholding appropriations could pressure President Trump to end the conflict.

Iran War US Congress Donald Trump War Powers Resolution Military Funding Foreign Policy Presidential Power

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