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Instant Reaction: Trump-Backed Funding Plan Fails

2024/12/20
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Doug Krizner: 主持讨论,引导话题,并总结了临时拨款计划失败的结果以及后续可能面临的政府停摆风险。 Mike Dorning: 详细分析了临时拨款计划失败的原因,指出该计划未能获得两党支持,以及特朗普和马斯克的反对对其失败起到了关键作用。他解释了特朗普反对提高债务上限的原因,以及马斯克通过社交媒体和政治捐款施加的影响力。他还分析了国会议长的领导力不足,以及未来可能出现的临时性补救措施和政府停摆的风险。他强调了马斯克的影响力,以及特朗普对国会共和党人的否决权。最后,他还讨论了短期和长期政府停摆可能造成的影响。 Doug Krizner: 主持讨论,引导话题,并总结了临时拨款计划失败的结果以及后续可能面临的政府停摆风险。 Mike Dorning: 详细分析了临时拨款计划失败的原因,指出该计划未能获得两党支持,以及特朗普和马斯克的反对对其失败起到了关键作用。他解释了特朗普反对提高债务上限的原因,以及马斯克通过社交媒体和政治捐款施加的影响力。他还分析了国会议长的领导力不足,以及未来可能出现的临时性补救措施和政府停摆的风险。他强调了马斯克的影响力,以及特朗普对国会共和党人的否决权。最后,他还讨论了短期和长期政府停摆可能造成的影响。

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Why did the Republican-led House reject the temporary funding plan backed by President-elect Trump?

The plan was rejected because it failed to gain support from both Democrats and conservative Republicans. Conservative Republicans opposed the suspension of the federal debt limit for two years, while Democrats had their own reservations. Additionally, President-elect Trump and Elon Musk publicly criticized the bill, further undermining its chances.

What role did Elon Musk play in the rejection of the funding bill?

Elon Musk heavily criticized the bill on social media, calling it wasteful and urging lawmakers to vote against it. His influence, combined with his status as the richest man in the world and a major political donor, swayed President-elect Trump to also oppose the bill, contributing to its defeat.

What are the potential consequences of the government funding lapse?

If no congressional action is taken, the government will face a shutdown starting Friday night. This could lead to the suspension of non-essential government services and unpaid employees. A prolonged shutdown would have significant economic and operational impacts, though a short-term lapse over the weekend might have minimal immediate effects.

What was the significance of the federal debt limit suspension in the bill?

The suspension of the federal debt limit for two years was a major sticking point. President-elect Trump wanted to avoid raising the debt limit during his presidency, preferring it to be handled under Biden's administration. Conservative Republicans generally oppose raising the debt limit, which further complicated the bill's passage.

How does Elon Musk's influence extend beyond his social media presence?

Elon Musk's influence stems from his role as one of Trump's key advisors, his status as the richest man in the world, and his position as the largest political donor in the U.S. His financial power and advisory role give him significant leverage over political decisions, particularly within the Republican Party.

What is the likelihood of a temporary patch to avoid a government shutdown?

There is a possibility that Congress could pass a temporary patch to extend government funding, potentially into the next year. However, this depends on negotiations and whether President-elect Trump and conservative Republicans are willing to compromise. The situation remains uncertain as the deadline approaches.

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The Republican-led House rejected a temporary funding plan, despite President-elect Trump's support. Bloomberg's Mike Dorning explains the surprise outcome, highlighting the lack of support from both Democrats and conservative Republicans. Elon Musk's public criticism also played a significant role.
  • House rejected Trump-backed funding plan
  • Failure to secure support from Democrats and conservative Republicans
  • Elon Musk's public criticism influenced the outcome
  • Government funding will lapse Friday night

Shownotes Transcript

 The Republican-led House rejected a temporary funding plan backed by President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday with just over 24 hours to go before a US government shutdown, capping an extraordinary two days in Washington that tested the limits of the incoming president’s power. For instant reaction and analysis, host Doug Krizner spoke with Bloomberg Capitol Influence deputy team leader Mike Dorning. 

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