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Trump Rejects Bipartisan Funding Bill Amid Rising Business Influence

President-elect Donald Trump rejects a bipartisan funding bill while business leaders like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos pledge support for his methods and financial backing.

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Updated: Dec 19th, 2024, 12:14 PM ET

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President-elect Donald Trump has rejected a bipartisan funding bill aimed at preventing a government shutdown, supported by tech leaders like Musk and Bezos. Both have pledged significant donations to Trump's inauguration fund. Trump, alongside Musk and Vice president-elect JD Vance, is urging Republicans to pursue a streamlined version of the bill. This situation highlights the growing influence of business leaders in politics and the precarious position of House Speaker Mike Johnson as he navigates a tight deadline with escalating Republican discontent.

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