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White House withholding $289 million of small business loans

The Trump administration is withholding $289 million appropriated by Congress for loans to small businesses. The elimination came through an executive order last year, with President Trump saying the program was "woke" and promoted "gender extremism" and "climate radicalism."…

The Trump administration is withholding $289 million appropriated by Congress for loans to small businesses. The elimination came through an executive order last year, with President Trump saying the program was "woke" and promoted "gender extremism" and "climate radicalism."…

BELLINGS Intelligence Score: 35

Why it matters

The White House withholding $289 million in small business loans is a notable political and fiscal decision that could affect credit availability for small businesses, but it is a targeted action with limited systemic impact and no immediate market disruption.

Sources

  • NBC News Business

    White House withholding $289 million of small business loans

    The Trump administration is withholding $289 million appropriated by Congress for loans to small businesses. The elimination came through an executive order last year, with President Trump saying the program was "woke" and promoted "gender extremism" and "climate radicalism."…