Republican senators prioritize Trump’s $400 million ballroom over pressing national issues, sparking controversy and concerns over conflicts of interest.

    • ExtremeDullard@piefed.socialOP
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      You don’t get to say what your money is spent on, and you don’t get to negotiate how much you want to contribute. That’s the power of taxation.

      In theory, you can vote for someone who will choose to spend your hard-earned on something worthwhile. In practice, it’s an illusion. And pretty soon, Trump will try to dispense with the illusion altogether.