How Trump and Elon Musk Shaped Congress' Holiday Chaos

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“It’s holiday season in Washington, but Congress is in turmoil. A government shutdown is knocking at the door. And at the center of the chaos? Donald Trump and Elon Musk.”

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Congress thought they had it all figured out: a bipartisan deal to fund the government. But Donald Trump and his billionaire ally Elon Musk had other plans.

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Trump denounced the deal as ‘ridiculous and expensive.’ Musk took to his platform, X, posting over 100 times to rally opposition. Together, they effectively torpedoed the bill

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In just hours, Republicans unveiled a new 116-page proposal, backed by both Trump and Musk. But the plan faced fierce opposition, even from within the GOP.

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Despite Trump’s pressure, the new plan collapsed. Republican divisions and Musk’s growing influence raised questions about the future of policymaking

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With $250 million in campaign contributions and control of the largest social media platform, Musk’s role as a political influencer is unprecedented.

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Democrats blamed Musk for undermining bipartisan efforts, while some Republicans questioned Trump’s sway over Congress.

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With no resolution in sight, Congress faces a government shutdown just as the holidays approach, leaving Americans bracing for the fallout.

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How Trump and Elon Musk Shaped Congress' Holiday Chaos

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“It’s holiday season in Washington, but Congress is in turmoil. A government shutdown is knocking at the door. And at the center of the chaos? Donald Trump and Elon Musk.”

"A Christmas Nightmare for Congress: Government Shutdown Looms"

Congress thought they had it all figured out: a bipartisan deal to fund the government. But Donald Trump and his billionaire ally Elon Musk had other plans.

Bipartisan Deal in Jeopardy

Trump denounced the deal as ‘ridiculous and expensive.’ Musk took to his platform, X, posting over 100 times to rally opposition. Together, they effectively torpedoed the bill

Trump calls the deal ‘ridiculous.’ Musk amplifies the message

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In just hours, Republicans unveiled a new 116-page proposal, backed by both Trump and Musk. But the plan faced fierce opposition, even from within the GOP.

A rushed alternative plan…

Despite Trump’s pressure, the new plan collapsed. Republican divisions and Musk’s growing influence raised questions about the future of policymaking

Trump's influence put to the test.

With $250 million in campaign contributions and control of the largest social media platform, Musk’s role as a political influencer is unprecedented.

An unelected powerhouse?

Democrats blamed Musk for undermining bipartisan efforts, while some Republicans questioned Trump’s sway over Congress.

Bipartisan frustration grows.

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With no resolution in sight, Congress faces a government shutdown just as the holidays approach, leaving Americans bracing for the fallout.

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