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Senate GOP frustrations grow as Trump blocks Republican victories

Senate GOP frustrations grow as Trump blocks Republican victories

Summary

Republican senators are frustrated because President Trump is blocking some of their goals. One issue is a surveillance law that lets intelligence agencies watch foreign threats; it has expired, and Republicans want to renew it but need help from Democrats to pass it through the Senate.

Key Facts

  • Republican senators want to reauthorize a surveillance law that has expired.
  • The law allows intelligence agencies to monitor foreign threats.
  • Renewing the law requires support from Democrats because of a Senate filibuster rule.
  • President Trump is blocking some Republican efforts in the Senate.
  • Senators feel frustrated with surprises from the White House that hinder their plans.
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