Appeals Court Rules President Trump Can't Use Military Funds For Wall

Appeals Court Rules President Trump Can't Use Military Funds For Wall

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The 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Trump administration cannot transfer military funds to build a border wall, as it violates the Constitution's appropriations clause. The American Civil Liberties Union supported the decision and plans to take the case to the Supreme Court. President Trump had declared a national emergency to use Pentagon funds after Congress refused to finance the wall.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against transferring military funds for the border wall?

It violated the Constitution's appropriations clause.

The funds were insufficient for the project.

It was deemed a misuse of military resources.

The wall was already funded by other means.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the amount of military funding that Congress had approved, which was attempted to be redirected?

$1 billion

$2.5 billion

$10 billion

$5 billion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organization applauded the court's decision and plans to take the issue to the Supreme Court?

The Department of Defense

The American Civil Liberties Union

The Supreme Court

The US Congress

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the federal judge's ruling in California regarding the transfer of military funds?

The transfer was partially approved.

The transfer was postponed.

The transfer was deemed illegal.

The transfer was deemed legal.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did President Trump take to secure funding for the border wall after Congress refused?

He cut funding from other projects.

He declared a national emergency.

He increased military spending.

He sought private donations.