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“Honored to be named as one of business’s ‘Top Leaders, Icons and Rebels’ by @CNBC,” Mr. Trump wrote in a Jan. 24, 2014, tweet. “Vote Trump!” Five days later, he again solicited votes: “Thanks to everyone for your support on @CNBC’s ‘Top Leaders, Icons and Rebels.’ Thanks for voting Trump!”

When he failed to make the cut, Mr. Trump lashed out at CNBC in two tweets. “Stupid poll should be canceled—no credibility.” Mr. Trump said in one of the March 10, 2014, tweets.

In announcing the contest, CNBC said those selected were business leaders who were responsible for “ushering in meaningful change” and whose impact was felt most in the past 25 years.

Mr. Trump didn’t make the top-100 cut on the CNBC poll because the judges viewed his business acumen and impact falling far short of top business leaders, with some noting that his companies had filed for bankruptcy protection more than once, according to people familiar with the matter.
https://www.wsj.com/articles/cohen-threatened-cnbc-that-trump-would-sue-after-2014-poll-disappointment-11548075720