Prior to 1974 (Impoundment Control Act), the President had some discretion in spending money. https://budget.house.gov/publications/report/impoundment-control-

Prior to 1974 (Impoundment Control Act), the President had some discretion in spending money. https://budget.house.gov/publications/report/impoundment-control-act-1974-what-it-why-does-it-matter https://budget.house.gov/publications/report/impoundment-con...