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President Trump may be able to establish the Board of Peace without immediate congressional approval if the obligations are limited, but
any significant funding, like the proposed $10 billion, typically requires congressional authorization. Therefore, while he can initiate the organization, the allocation of taxpayer money would need Congress's approval.
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Congressional Approval for Funding
Presidential Authority
President Trump can propose funding for the Board of Peace, but he cannot unilaterally allocate taxpayer money without congressional approval. The U.S. Constitution grants Congress the "power of the purse," meaning only Congress can authorize spending taxpayer dollars.
Potential Scenarios
- Limited Scope Agreements: If the obligations of the Board of Peace are minimal, the President might enter into the agreement without needing Congress's approval. However, this would not include significant funding.
- Funding Requirements: For the $10 billion pledge to rebuild Gaza, Congress must approve the allocation in a future budget. The President could attempt to reallocate existing funds, but this could face legal challenges.
Current Context
As of now, Trump has not secured congressional approval for the $10 billion commitment. Given the political climate and ongoing budget negotiations, it is uncertain whether Congress would approve such funding.
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