And yes, taxpayers have 100% control over where the excess funds they contributed go. E.g. You make $1000 annually, and you pay 10% in federal income taxes. 5%

And yes, taxpayers have 100% control over where the excess funds they contributed go. E.g. You make $1000 annually, and you pay 10% in federal income taxes. 5% of that goes to the basic federal budget (labor for all government agencies, and minimal operating costs). The remaining 5%, or $50, will be allocated to you. You can give $50 to one agency, or $1 to 50 agencies. Essentially, the people choose the budget, and in theory something like the “Wall” either happens or it doesn’t, but citizens choose if they want it by funding it. Basically, put your money where your mouth is.