a politician accused of 'bending to the will' of wealthy supporters [=being influenced by wealthy supporters; doing the things that are wanted by wealthy supporters]
She's not really quite old enough to be admitted as a member, but she's very close, so I think we can 'bend the rule(s)' a little in her case and let her in now.
He was forced to ask for their help 'on bended knee'. [=he was forced to beg for their help; he was forced to ask for their help in a very humble way]
(..) as Warden of the North. I am the last Targaryen, Jon Snow. Honor the pledge your ancestor made to mine. Bend the knee and I will name you Warden of the North. Together, we will save this country from those who would destroy it. You're right. (..)2017 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: The Queen's Justice Season: 7 Episode 3
(..) Forever. Forever. - So I assume, my lord... - ( sighs ) ...you're here to bend the knee. I am not. Oh. Well, that is unfortunate. You've traveled all this way to break faith (..)2017 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: The Queen's Justice Season: 7 Episode 3