[Freee-dame]

I thought that all appropriation bills had to originate in the House.

[marajade]

The Senate can. But the House would have to pass something. And the two would have to conference and then pass what comes out of conference.

[politicket]

I thought that all appropriation bills had to originate in the House

They do. However, the Senate can take an existing House bill and gut it with new language - even if it’s completely different from the original bill.

[StAnDeliver]

"I thought that all appropriation bills had to originate in the House."

You are correct.

Would appear President Trump was suggesting a 'shell' bill which Turtle could originate in the Senate then pass to the House for funding, then pass back. A rare bird, indeed. IF the House passed such a Senate 'shell' bill verbatim, it would not have to pass through a House Committee. To accomplish this is a fait accompli, literally NO ONE in the Senate or House could raise objection to such a package if the goal is to put it on the President's desk.