The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2108 - Musk, Trump Team Up To KILL Pork Bill
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Dec 19, 2024 Tensions rise in Congress as Elon Musk rallies against a controversial funding bill presented by Speaker Mike Johnson. The intricate world of legislative negotiations faces scrutiny amidst conflicting priorities between parties. A critical look at the national debt reveals critiques of government spending, while the Republican Party grapples with unity amid potential leadership changes. Legal battles over free speech intensify in California, highlighting the ongoing struggle against government overreach. It's a whirlwind of political maneuvering and pressing issues impacting future legislation.
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Politics: Principle vs. Pragmatism
- Politics involves balancing principles with pragmatism.
- It's about navigating between what you ideally want and what's realistically achievable.
Continuing Resolutions Explained
- A continuing resolution (CR) provides temporary government funding when a formal budget isn't passed.
- This is necessary given the current divided Congress.
Current CR and its Pork
- The current CR extends through March 14, 2025, avoiding a government shutdown.
- It includes disaster relief and farm subsidies, opposed by some Republicans but desired by others, including Trump.