Cornyn backs scrapping filibuster to push Trump-backed voting bill
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Sen. John Cornyn says he supports ending the Senate filibuster to pass the SAVE America Act, a voting-restrictions bill Trump has made his top priority; the stance helps Cornyn court Trump’s endorsement amid a primary challenge from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, as party leaders caution against nuking the filibuster even as Trump presses for action.
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