Sen. Ron Johnson urges abolishing the filibuster during DHS funding halt
Sen. Ron Johnson Advocates for Ending Senate Filibuster Amid DHS Funding Dispute On “Sunday Morning Futures,” Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) expressed that Republicans should consider abolishing the Senate filibuster. He suggested that the current 60-vote requirement for overcoming the filibuster is impeding necessary actions related to border and homeland security, particularly as lawmakers negotiate funding […]
Trump urges GOP to eliminate filibuster, says Schumer ‘will reach an agreement’
President Donald Trump has urged Senate Republicans to eliminate the filibuster, while Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York is pushing for a compromise amid fears that Republicans could dismantle procedural protections. On Thursday morning, Trump expressed on Truth Social that “Chuck Schumer, a desperate, lame politician who has lost control of the radical […]
Thune states that a talking filibuster has never led to the passage of a bill in Senate history
Senate Republicans Test Commitment to Voter ID Legislation Senate Republicans are putting Senate Democrats’ resolve to the test regarding voter ID legislation. Senate Minority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) asserts this is the only viable way forward, though it might not align with what many constituents hope for. Thune is feeling pressure from various fronts, including […]
John Thune Inquires Why GOP Doesn’t Have 51 Votes for Discussing Filibuster on SAVE Act
Thune Explains Republican Challenges with SAVE Act Filibuster On Tuesday, Senate Republican Leader John Thune discussed why he believes Republicans are short of the 51 votes required to effectively pursue a filibuster for the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE). While Republican senators largely back the SAVE Act, there’s hesitation among them about utilizing a […]
Senate Republicans do not have enough votes to advance the SAVE America Act due to a filibuster.
In the upcoming days, you can expect to hear Republicans in Congress emphasizing the significance of the SAVE America Act, which mandates proof of citizenship for voting. Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) expressed, “We need to make it easier to vote in America and harder to commit fraud.” Similarly, Sen. Rick Scott from Florida said on […]
Senate needs to remove the filibuster to address far-left institutions
The filibuster, requiring 60 votes to pass legislation in the U.S. Senate, was created to safeguard states, markets, and individual rights from excessive federal interference. However, it seems it’s time to let go of it. Currently, the Senate can only proceed on bills that show widespread support. Yet, even with the popular Save America Act, […]
“Lack of bravery, only a futile filibuster”: Glenn Beck criticizes Senate debate on SAVE Act
Connecting the Dots on U.S. Institutions In a recent discussion, a co-founder of Blaze Media shared thoughts on the ongoing debates in Washington regarding election rules, especially as tensions mount globally. He suggested that various current events, while seemingly disconnected, together illustrate key insights into the functioning of power in the United States. “Let’s connect […]
Joe Manchin claims John Cornyn changed his view on the filibuster for political gain
Senator John Cornyn’s recent shift on the Senate filibuster has drawn criticism from some of its staunch supporters. Former Senator Joe Manchin from Virginia remarked that Cornyn, a Texas Republican, has seemingly abandoned his long-standing commitment to the 60-vote rule for political gain. “When I served in the Senate, no one was as dedicated to […]
Reporter’s Notebook: Trump’s SAVE Act faces Senate challenges as GOP considers talking filibuster
SAVE America Act Gains Attention in Congress The SAVE America Act is currently a key focus for President Donald Trump and many Republicans in Congress. During his State of the Union address, he called on lawmakers to “pass the SAVE America Act to prevent illegal aliens and other unauthorized individuals from voting in our cherished […]
Cornyn Changes His Stance on Filibuster After Vowing to Do ‘Whatever It Takes’
Cornyn’s Quick Shift on Filibuster Support Senator John Cornyn (R-Texas) recently made a brief announcement suggesting he might back the abolition of the filibuster to facilitate President Trump’s legislative goals, but that sentiment quickly fizzled. Just hours after writing an op-ed declaring his commitment to pushing Trump’s key initiatives through the Senate, Cornyn appeared at […]