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]
(..) Not the company you want to keep. Alright. Not Dany. How about "My Queen"? I'd... bend the knee but... What about those who swore allegiance to you? They'll all come to see you for what you are. I hope I deserve it. (..)2017 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Beyond the Wall Season: 7 Episode 6
(..) Smart people don't come here looking for the dead. So, you've met this Dragon queen, huh? And? She will only fight beside us if I bend the knee. You spent too much time with the Free Folk. Now you don't like kneeling. Mance Rayder was a great man. Proud man. The King Beyond the Wall (..)2017 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Beyond the Wall Season: 7 Episode 6