Trump's Push to End Senate Filibuster Sparks GOP Resistance
TL;DR
Trump's push to eliminate the Senate filibuster through the 'nuclear option' could have long-term political consequences, especially if Democrats regain control, but most Senate Republicans currently oppose ending it, citing its role in promoting debate and compromise.
- Trump wants to shatter the filibuster, another Senate norm. Republicans are pushing back. Axios
- Trump just kneecapped the GOP’s shutdown strategy CNN
- Johnson warns against Trump's demand for Senate to go 'nuclear' to end shutdown Fox News
- What Is the Filibuster and Why Does Trump Want It Gone? The New York Times
- Republican leaders reject Trump’s demands to scrap the Senate filibuster to end the shutdown Federal News Network
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