What A Day House Republicans ClusterMusk
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Dec 20, 2024 
Melissa Murray, co-host of Crooked’s ‘Strict Scrutiny,’ shares her insights on a tumultuous year at the Supreme Court, discussing key rulings and upcoming cases like gender-affirming care for trans minors and ghost gun regulations. The conversation delves into the political chaos among House Republicans amid a potential government shutdown, driven by the influences of Donald Trump and Elon Musk. As holiday pressures mount, concerns over government funding and labor strikes, such as Amazon drivers’ protests, highlight the complex web of current events.
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Chaos on the Hill
- Trump and Musk's social media posts disrupted a bipartisan spending deal.
- This led to a scramble to avoid a government shutdown days before holidays.
Billionaires' Influence
- An unelected billionaire, Elon Musk, influences government decisions.
- This raises concerns about the role of wealth in politics and potential conflicts of interest.
Shifting Power Dynamics
- Trump and Musk's dynamic mirrors Trump's past influence on Republicans.
- Musk's tweets pressured Trump, showing a shift in power dynamics.