White House Finds Loophole for War, Not Your Healthcare
When it comes to funding government, suddenly 'legality' becomes paramount, as MSNBC (via 'The White House has a shutdown escape hatch — but it's likely illegal') breathlessly points out. Yet, the White House routinely bypasses legislative hurdles for endless wars and foreign aid. Remember, the executive branch, using emergency powers and 'national security waivers,' has bypassed Congress to
approve billions in arms sales, like the $14.5 billion to Israel in October 2023, via the State Department's direct authority. No 'shutdown' stops that. But fund a domestic agency? Suddenly, strict adherence to law is critical. We’re expected to believe the sanctity of law applies vigilantly to domestic programs, but it’s a mere suggestion for military-industrial complexes and their endless global
'interventions.' While American citizens face disrupted services, the war machine never shutters. One might wonder if the 'illegality' only matters when it's not supporting another conflict.