The Trump administration’s discussions with Congress this year over spending delays of approved federal money could intensify as soon as this week, as the White House considers a rarely used approach to adjust some federal funding.

The tactic — called a pocket rescission — has drawn concern from some Republican senators because it allows funding adjustments without a congressional vote.  The funding in question is due to expire at the end of the fiscal year on September 30.

The administration could indicate as soon as Friday what it plans to do with the remaining money that has not yet been made available to grantees. The White House Budget Office did not respond to a request for comment.

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