Thune walks a tightrope as Trump’s summer pressure tests the Senate
TL;DR
Senate GOP leader John Thune says he does not have the votes to scrap the filibuster or pass Trump’s elections bill, while trying to move a government funding package, confirm nominees, and advance sanctions ahead of a five‑week recess. He emphasizes portraying a clear contrast with Democrats and managing intra‑party pressure, including new communications challenges after Lindsey Graham’s death, as Trump pressures for decisive action.
- How John Thune is trying to manage Trump’s summer squeeze Politico
- Thune's next nightmare Axios
- GOP senator says Thune ‘being too cautious’ in talks with Senate Democrats to avoid shutdown The Hill
- GOP Sen. John Kennedy warns John Thune is 'being too cautious' as Trump agenda hangs in the balance New York Post
- What’s next for Thune ahead of the recess? Punchbowl News
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