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Senate Majority Leader John Thune says he plans to clinch a bipartisan Department of Homeland Security funding deal by Thursday, with talks reportedly centering on DHS funding while omitting only ERO money and addressing Democrats’ concerns about immigration enforcement rules; both chambers are moving toward votes on DHS funding ahead of a two‑week recess, as broader budget and reconciliation discussions continue.
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna and Rep. Brandon Gill pressed Senate Leader John Thune on Fox News to move the SAVE America Act, which would require identification to vote in federal elections. They warned no Senate legislation would pass without a debate and vote, and signaled they could attach the measure to FISA if needed, while accusing the Senate of wasting time on a “dog parade.” Gill estimated 40–50 Republicans are prepared to stand firm on the issue as Luna vows to “hold the line” against the Senate’s inaction.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune faces intense GOP pressure to deploy a talking filibuster against the SAVE America Act, but says the math to make it work isn’t there and plans to bring the bill to the floor next week without altering Senate rules, even as Trump backs the effort and hard-right allies push the tactic. The intra-party clash, led by Sen. Mike Lee and other MAGA supporters, risks a protracted fight that could complicate midterm politics and complicate noncitizen voting debates.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune plans to bring the GOP’s SAVE America Act to a vote next week using the standard 60-vote threshold, abandoning a so-called talking filibuster that some Republicans wanted. With Democrats united in opposition, the bill is expected to fail, but Thune intends to allow amendments and extended debate to highlight intra-GOP divisions as Trump pushes for action on the elections overhaul.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune cautions that pursuing a talking filibuster to advance the SAVE America Act is far more complicated and risky than supporters realize and could tie up floor time for months without a rules change, as Donald Trump pressures Republicans to move the bill. The piece also notes Republican skepticism about the tactic, ongoing intra-party talks, and related updates on Rand Paul’s plan to fast‑track Mullin’s DHS confirmation and Democrats’ push for public Iran war votes.
GOP Senator Susan Collins says she would vote for the SAVE Act but expects it will never come to a vote due to the Senate’s 60‑vote filibuster; the piece argues this is a political maneuver to please the GOP base while avoiding a controversial floor decision, claiming Senate Leader John Thune has no incentive to bring it up and that the bill is effectively dead in the current environment.
Three Republican senators—Scott, Lee, and Johnson—are challenging John Thune's leadership within the GOP, reflecting a shift towards more conservative, MAGA-aligned members in the Senate. Thune is navigating these tensions by seeking consensus on funding bills and maintaining respect for diverse views within the party, while the conservative trio prepares for future battles over issues like earmarks and government shutdowns.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed rare anger at Democrats for refusing to reopen the government, criticizing their repeated votes against it and warning that ongoing delays could prolong the shutdown, though there are signs of potential progress in negotiations on spending bills.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune plans to advance a package of full-year funding bills for multiple agencies to reopen the government, needing at least seven Democrats' support for a procedural vote, while Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer considers a short-term government reopening if a shutdown occurs.
Senator John Thune has significantly altered Senate rules through a series of party-line votes, including using the nuclear option, to expedite confirmations and policy changes, marking a departure from traditional norms and weakening the minority party’s influence in a highly polarized Congress.
John Thune, Senate Republican leader, is strategizing for the 2026 midterms by aligning closely with Trump, influencing GOP primaries, and focusing on key Senate races in states like North Carolina, Georgia, Iowa, and Texas, while also addressing potential challenges such as candidate selection and political controversies.
John Thune discusses his 2026 Senate strategy, emphasizing coordination with Trump, candidate selection, and key races in North Carolina, Georgia, Iowa, and Texas, while also addressing potential challenges and political dynamics within the Republican Party.
Senate Republican leader John Thune is coordinating closely with Donald Trump for the 2026 midterms, focusing on candidate selection and primary challenges in key states like North Carolina, Georgia, Iowa, and Texas, while also addressing potential issues such as government shutdowns and political controversies.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune warned senators they may need to work through the first August weekend to vote on nominations, risking a longer session into August to expedite Trump's nominees amid tensions over the recess and campaign schedules.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune faces increasing pressure and internal challenges to pass the 'big, beautiful bill,' with key issues including Medicaid cuts, GOP holdouts, and President Trump's involvement, as lawmakers work to finalize the legislation amid negotiations and political demands.