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Liberia's Political Impasse: Budget Submission Triggers Constitutional Debate

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The ongoing political crisis in Liberia has taken a dramatic turn with the recent submission of the 2025 national budget. President Joseph Nyuma Boakai's decision to submit the budget to the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives, bypassing the embattled Speaker, has sparked a constitutional debate and further deepened the divisions within the legislature.

The House of Representatives is currently divided into two factions: one led by Speaker J. Fonati Koffa and the other by Deputy Speaker Thomas Fallah. The Majority Bloc, led by Deputy Speaker Fallah, has claimed legitimacy and has been conducting its own legislative business, including receiving the national budget.

However, the Speaker's faction contends that the Majority Bloc's actions are unconstitutional and that the Speaker remains the legitimate head of the House. They argue that the President's decision to submit the budget to the Chief Clerk, who is aligned with the Majority Bloc, undermines the constitutional authority of the Speaker.

The Senate, facing this unprecedented situation, has decided to independently review the budget to ensure timely passage. This move, while necessary, could lead to potential inconsistencies and delays in the budget approval process.

As the political crisis continues, concerns are growing about the impact on the country's governance and economic stability. The division within the legislature could hinder the government's ability to implement key policies and programs.

The situation has raised questions about the rule of law and the respect for constitutional norms in Liberia. It remains to be seen how this crisis will be resolved and what impact it will have on the country's future.

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