Withholding Aid Is an Abuse of Power

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    Abstract

    Trump’s withholding of military aid to Ukraine, by itself, was illegal and an abuse of power. In fact, that act is very similar to what Nixon frequently did during his presidency, something that nearly got Nixon impeached. Ultimately, Nixon’s actions led Congress to enact the very law that Trump violated when he withheld the aid.

    Original languageAmerican English
    JournalThe Loyal Opposition
    StatePublished - Nov 4 2019

    Keywords

    • Trump
    • Ukraine
    • Impoundment Control Act of 1974
    • quid pro quo

    Disciplines

    • Law
    • President/Executive Department

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