Thune’s backing for the filibuster remains steady despite Trump’s call to eliminate it.
Despite President Trump’s urging for Republican leaders to consider the “nuclear option” to dismiss the filibuster, Senate Minority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) remains firm in his stance on keeping the 60-vote requirement for passing legislation. A spokesperson made it clear that Thune’s views on the filibuster haven’t changed. Thune labeled the idea of invoking the […]
Jeffries comments on Thune’s ACA voting proposal: GOP ‘cannot be relied upon with just hope’
Jeffries Critiques Thune’s ACA Proposal Amid Shutdown House Majority Leader Hakeem Jeffries from New York expressed on Thursday that Senate Majority Leader John Thune’s suggestion for a vote on extending funding for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) isn’t compelling enough for Democrats to consider ending the current government shutdown. Thune mentioned on MSNBC that he […]
Thune’s strategy for rapid confirmations involves a ‘suitcase nuke’ approach.
Senate Dynamics Shift with New Procedural Moves In political terms, it feels like an explosion—one that resembles past significant events but is distinctly modern. Back in November 2013, former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid from Nevada caused quite a stir when he enacted what’s referred to as a “nuclear option.” This change specifically allowed for […]
Meet Leader John Thune’s all-star cabinet as Republicans take over Senate majority
First appearance on Fox: Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R.S., is taking over from longtime Republican leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and is looking to make his impression on the Senate. He selected four powerful Republican allies to serve as members of his official cabinet. ,, The new Republican leaders are Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Sen. […]