Backdoor financing, borrowing funds from the US Treasury beyond the budget set by Congress, is no longer commonly used in government agencies. It can be used in unusual circumstances, such as natural disasters, but has also been used to circumvent budgetary restrictions. The federal government has implemented more stringent guidelines to limit its use. The […]
The US military uses a policy called stop-loss to extend service contracts, which opponents refer to as a backdoor draft. Soldiers can be forced to complete deployment before retiring, causing stress and business disruptions. The policy also affects Navy and Air Force personnel. The government can pursue military action more easily with a backdoor draft, […]
