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Trump Calls Financial Moves "Shakedowns," Predicts $10B Gain

8/25/2025

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On August 25, 2025, Trump criticized recent financial moves, calling them shakedowns instead of legitimate deals.
He claimed the U.S. could gain $10 billion due to a CEO's job retention efforts.
CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin raised concerns about potential government equity stakes in businesses.

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On August 25, 2025, Trump criticized recent financial moves, calling them shakedowns instead of legitimate deals.
He claimed the U.S. could gain $10 billion due to a CEO's job retention efforts.
CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin raised concerns about potential government equity stakes in businesses.