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Hakeem Jeffries Claims Victory Over Musk and Trump with New Spending Bill to Keep Government Operational, White House Support Confirmed

Dec 20, 2024, 10:49 PM

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced that Democrats have successfully navigated negotiations resulting in the passage of a new spending bill, which he claims represents a defeat for Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump. Jeffries emphasized this victory during discussions with party members, stating that the spending bill will help keep the government operational. The White House has expressed its readiness to support the bill, with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer also aligning with this perspective. The remarks were reported by Punchbowl News, highlighting the political implications of the spending plan.