Judge explains why he handed Elon Musk his $1 million-a-day sweepstakes win

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk.

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If Elon Musk Joins the Government, What Will He Have to Disclose About His Wealth?

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Republicans keep the House, handing Trump a trifecta of government control

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Republicans, led by House Speaker Mike Johnson, are projected to hold onto control of the House of Representatives.

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Trump's early Cabinet picks show how much he values loyalty in his second term

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President-elect Donald Trump returned to the White House on Wednesday, he's already making it clear how different his second administration will be.

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Elon Musk and MAGA's online pressure campaign failed to sway GOP senators

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GOP senators did not choose Sen. Rick Scott to be their next leader, showing the limits of the influence of online MAGA figures like Elon Musk.

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Meet John Thune, the man who Republicans just chose to replace Mitch McConnell

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Sen. John Thune of South Dakota.
Sen. John Thune of South Dakota.

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Elon Musk said he will launch a leaderboard to track 'insanely dumb' government spending, and business leaders are weighing in

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Elon Musk has started crowdsourcing suggestions for government spending cuts.

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Saudi Arabia's ruler used to be one of Trump's biggest fans. This time it's complicated.

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Saudi ruler Mohammed bin Salman shakes Donald Trump's hand.
Donald Trump cultivated connections with Saudi Arabia during his time as president and after he left office. Mohammed bin Salman seemed to welcome his brash style.

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It's official: Trump hands Musk efficiency role in new administration

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Elon Musk will help lead Trump's Department of Government Efficiency.

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Olivia Nuzzi withdraws protective order against Ryan Lizza in aftermath of RFK Jr. relationship

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Olivia Nuzzi withdrew her request for a protective order against Ryan Lizza.
Olivia Nuzzi withdrew her request for a protective order against Ryan Lizza.

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