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As the address continued, the speaker expressed frustration over the widening gap between the wealthiest Americans and the rest of the population. With the wealthiest three individuals in the country holding more wealth than the bottom half, it was striking that Trump made no reference to the alarming increase in income and wealth inequality. Interestingly, just before the inauguration, these same three individuals reportedly saw their combined wealth rise by over $233 billion following the November elections. This coincidence raised eyebrows and led to speculation about the influence of these wealthy individuals on the administration's priorities.