President-elect tapping mega-rich backers for positions that will give them power to cut spending on public services

Summary

Donald Trump is assembling the wealthiest U.S. administration in history, with a cabinet of billionaires and multimillionaires worth a combined $340 billion.

High-profile appointees include Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy for a new government efficiency role, alongside billionaires Linda McMahon, Doug Burgum, and Scott Bessent in key cabinet positions.

Critics argue this contrasts sharply with Trump’s working-class rhetoric, with analysts warning of policies favoring the wealthy at the expense of public services like education and social security.

Backlash over inequality and budget cuts is anticipated.

  • explodicle@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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    17 days ago

    If it’s well designed, one. The whole point is they don’t mess up like a headsman. Additional materials are better spent on more guillotines.