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Trump's words of opposition stop a bipartisan budget deal in its tracks with Musk's help


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Published in Politics and Government on Thursday, December 19th 2024 at 9:40 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • President-elect Donald Trump delivered a likely death blow to bipartisan congressional budget negotiations, rejecting the measure as full of giveaways to Democrats after billionaire ally Elon Musk whipped up outrage toward the bill and cheered on Republican lawmakers who announced their opposition.

The article discusses how former President Donald Trump's opposition has significantly impacted a potential bipartisan budget deal in Congress. Trump, leveraging his influence within the Republican Party, has actively discouraged GOP lawmakers from supporting any budget agreement that does not meet his stringent demands, particularly around immigration and border security. His stance was echoed by Elon Musk, who criticized the deal on social media, further fueling opposition among conservative voters and politicians. This has led to a deadlock, with House Speaker Mike Johnson facing pressure from both Trump and the conservative wing of his party, making it difficult to pass a budget that would also satisfy Democratic demands for increased spending on social programs. The situation illustrates the ongoing tension between party loyalty and legislative compromise, with Trump's influence continuing to shape GOP strategy and policy.

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