Response to the Ruling
Politicians Speak Out on the Court's Decision
In the following statements, President Bill Clinton expresses opposition to the Court’s ruling, while Senator Robert C. Byrd (WV-D) speaks in favor of it.Statement by President Bill Clinton I am deeply disappointed with today’s Supreme Court decision striking down the line item veto. The decision is a defeat for all Americans — it deprives the President of a valuable tool for eliminating waste in the Federal budget and for enlivening the public debate over how to make the best use of public funds. By permitting the President to cancel discretionary spending, new entitlement authority, and certain types of tax provisions…
