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Trump Celebrates Economy as GOP Donors Grow Uneasy

4/9/2025

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At a lively GOP fundraiser, President Trump proudly celebrated his economic achievements, while Speaker Mike Johnson anxiously scrolled through troubling headlines of a faltering stock market. Amidst the cheers, Trump took jabs at global leaders over his tariffs, igniting worries among GOP donors, some of whom are now hesitating to contribute amid rising uncertainties.

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At a lively GOP fundraiser, President Trump proudly celebrated his economic achievements, while Speaker Mike Johnson anxiously scrolled through troubling headlines of a faltering stock market. Amidst the cheers, Trump took jabs at global leaders over his tariffs, igniting worries among GOP donors, some of whom are now hesitating to contribute amid rising uncertainties.