POTUS Hands Child Soldier Waivers to State Department Boss
Published Date: 8/15/2025
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Summary
The President has given the Secretary of State the power to decide when to waive certain rules about countries using child soldiers, as set by the Child Soldiers Prevention Act. This means the Secretary can now handle these decisions, notify Congress, and share the info publicly. This change speeds up the process without affecting money directly, starting right away.
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