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Only 19% Back Gov Ownership as Trump Secures $27B Deals

7/20/2026

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A poll finds only 19% think government ownership of U.S. companies is appropriate.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration negotiated 30 equity deals worth $27 billion, including a 10% Intel stake valued at $42 billion.
Sen. John Hoeven warned caution on equity stakes as Sen. Jon Husted proposed eight-year limit on investments.
The Pentagon backed MP Materials and issued a $620 million loan to Vulcan Elements, which the White House called a false report.

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A poll finds only 19% think government ownership of U.S. companies is appropriate.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration negotiated 30 equity deals worth $27 billion, including a 10% Intel stake valued at $42 billion.
Sen. John Hoeven warned caution on equity stakes as Sen. Jon Husted proposed eight-year limit on investments.
The Pentagon backed MP Materials and issued a $620 million loan to Vulcan Elements, which the White House called a false report.