The Chaotic Funding Freeze—The Weekly Roundup

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This week, we discuss the chaos that ignited after the White House pushed for a freeze in federal funding and the Trump Administration backing down

Then, we talk about Trump-supporting, young men and their desire to be recognized for greatness

Finally, we head to Politicology+ where we discuss the government-run snitch lines in seven states and localities

Joining Ron Steslow on this week’s panel:

Zack Czajkowski (Fmr. Lincoln Project Political Director)

James Lynch (Communications Strategist)

Segments this week:

(03:19) Funding Freeze Chaos

(39:15) The Last Boys

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Related reading:

Segment 1:

The Dispatch - Impoundment and the Discretionary Presidency - The Dispatch

CNBC - White House says Trump funding freeze remains in effect despite rescinding OMB memo

Washington Post - Federal judge blocks Trump federal spending freeze after a day of chaos - The Washington Post

Segment 2:

The Point Magazine - Last Boys at the Beginning of History | The Point Magazine

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