Topic: The Power of the Purse: How Congress Controls Government Spending
When: Tuesday 7/22/2025 at 2:00 pm ET
We’ll examine how Congress’s control over federal spending gives it leverage over the other branches, influencing everything from military action to taxation and shaping the direction of national policies.
Constitutional Chats are hosted by Janine Turner, Cathy Gillespie, student ambassadors, and experts who join us weekly to discuss hot-topic issues! The audience is not on camera, but you may ask questions!

