Summary
Former Senator Joe Manchin responded to Senator John Cornyn's recent support for changing the Senate filibuster rule. Cornyn now supports altering the rule to advance the SAVE America Act, which has been stalled due to the filibuster. President Trump wants this bill to be a priority in Congress.
Key Facts
- Senator John Cornyn supports changing the Senate filibuster rule to advance the SAVE America Act.
- The filibuster requires 60 votes to end debate and move many bills forward in the Senate.
- The SAVE America Act requires proof of U.S. citizenship to vote in federal elections and includes voter ID requirements.
- President Donald Trump has stated the bill is a top priority and won't sign other bills until it passes.
- Cornyn faces a competitive race against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who might withdraw if the filibuster is bypassed.
- Joe Manchin, a former senator, criticized Cornyn's change of stance on the filibuster, calling it disappointing.
- Manchin believes the filibuster is important for encouraging cooperation in the Senate.
