The Beat with Ari Melber

Trump's "Billionaire Admin" Raises Concerns about Conflict of Interest

Dec 7, 2024
Teddy Schleifer, a journalist from the New York Times, sheds light on the influence of billionaires in American politics. He discusses how Trump’s billionaire cabinet raises ethical concerns about prioritizing wealth over public interests. The conversation explores potential cuts to social safety nets, driven by the spending reform agenda of a Republican-led Congress. Schleifer emphasizes the risk of corruption and the disparity between the wealthy elite's interests and the needs of everyday Americans, sparking a thought-provoking dialogue about democracy's future.
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