Speaker Johnson Reaffirms Support for Filibuster

Speaker Mike Johnson stands firm on preserving the Senate filibuster, despite pressure from President Trump and some Republicans to abolish it. Johnson argues that the filibuster protects both parties from impulsive decisions and prevents extreme policies from being forced through. Senate Majority Leader John Thune echoes this sentiment, stating that there aren't enough votes to scrap the filibuster and that keeping it safeguards their interests. As the government shutdown continues, the debate over the filibuster highlights its significant impact on national politics. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.