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WATCH: Vought said Trump could ask to rescind more money if Congress approves first request

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President Donald Trump asked Congress to withdraw $9.4 billion in money it had already approved.

The request sought to formalize some of the cuts and freezes recommended by the Department of Government Efficiency .

Budget director Russ Vought told a House committee on Wednesday that the administration could send more requests to claw back the money if its first attempt is successful.

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