Elon Musk's companies receive billions in federal contracts, but he's far from the only billionaire in President-elect Donald Trump's orbit with potential conflicts of interest.
Many Americans remain pessimistic over the economy headed into 2025. However, Republicans are very optimistic about forthcoming economic conditions in the new year.
President Joe Biden, center, stands near the John A. Blatnik Memorial Bridge in Superior, Wisconsin. An upgrade of the bridge is being funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
How did Elon Musk go from being an Obama supporter to a self-described "dark MAGA" Trump ally? Here's a look at the relationship between two billionaires ahead of the second Trump presidency.
After spending at least $277 million on Trump and other Republicans in 2024, Musk says he'll go after Democratic lawmakers in safer seats, like Rep. Richard Neal (left).
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