Trump urges GOP to abolish filibuster amid shutdown and political tensions
TL;DR
Trump is urging Senate Republicans to eliminate the filibuster to end the government shutdown, but some GOP senators are hesitant due to concerns about future Democratic majorities and legislative inertia. The article discusses the political implications and historical context of the filibuster, as well as Trump's strategic and branding considerations amid the shutdown.
- Trump demands Senate GOP deep-six the filibuster — and Democrats pray he gets his way Daily Kos
- Trump clings to filibuster demand as shutdown drags on Politico
- Trump’s filibuster fixation intensifies after a tough week for the GOP CNN
- Trump Increases Pressure on His Own Party as the Shutdown Grinds On The New York Times
- Senator Ron Johnson warns GOP will be in ‘big trouble’ if party ignores Democrats’ plan to ‘nuke’ filibuster Fox News
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