Congress protests White House shutdown of spending website | JQJO

Congressional leaders from both parties are protesting the White House's shutdown of a federal spending tracking website, mandated by Congress in 2022. In a letter to OMB Director Russell Vought, they challenged the rationale, citing legal violations. The White House claims the website requires disclosure of sensitive information, violating separation of powers. However, the Government Accountability Office disputes this, stating only some data is sensitive. Lawmakers and advocacy groups are demanding the website's restoration, with some calling the White House justifications 'laughable' and accusing them of hiding decisions from the public. The shutdown has created bipartisan pushback against the administration's actions.