# 5-11-26 - 11am - War Powers Act ant Gas Tax

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Podcast: [The Situation & The Weekend with Michael Brown](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-situation-the-weekend-with-michael-brown-463938)
Published: 2026-05-11T18:27:54+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, Michael dives into the War Powers Act, a law that's been making headlines lately. They discuss the act's history, its supposed purpose, and why it's been ignored by presidents from both parties. The conversation touches on the Constitution, the role of Congress, and the power of the purse. The host also explores the recent proposal to suspend the federal gas tax and its potential impact on the Highway Trust Fund and the economy. They examine the politics and economics behind this idea, questioning whether it's a viable solution to the current crisis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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