Trump presses Thune to move reconciliation framework before August recess as tensions mount
Summary
President Donald Trump urged Senate Majority Leader John Thune to quickly address a budget plan passed by the House to fund the Iran war. Thune had previously said this plan would not pass in the Senate due to lack of support.Key Facts
- President Trump wants Senate Majority Leader John Thune to act on a House budget resolution.
- The budget plan is meant to provide funding related to the Iran war.
- John Thune said the resolution likely will not get enough votes in the Senate.
- Despite this, Trump urged Thune to move forward without delay.
- This pressure comes as political tensions increase between Senate leaders and the President.
- The Senate is expected to take a recess in August, making timing important.
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