Elon Musk needs a ‘compelling argument in order to sway me,’ on latest funding bill: GOP lawmaker

Rep. Carlos Gimenez (R-Fla.) says he will vote for either of the two options outlined by House Republicans to keep government open. He also responds to Elon Musk’s reaction to the latest funding proposals. Rep. Gimenez says on Meet the Press NOW he has “full confidence” in Speaker Mike Johnson.

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Elon Musk needs a ‘compelling argument in order to sway me,’ on latest funding bill: GOP lawmaker

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