Inside Trump's Senate playbook
Summary
President Donald Trump uses three main tactics with Republican senators: he tries to persuade them, ignores them when he can, and bullies them when he wants. This mix of strategies creates tension in the Senate, with some senators resisting his pressure while others comply. Despite conflicts, the Senate has confirmed many of his nominees quickly.Key Facts
- Trump sent top aides to talk to Senate Republicans about a third reconciliation bill including parts of the SAVE Act.
- Chief of Staff Susie Wiles met with Senate GOP leaders after their lunch to push Trump’s agenda.
- Trump said Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche can serve without Senate approval indefinitely.
- Trump pressured Majority Leader John Thune to end the filibuster and pass the SAVE Act, even questioning Thune’s leadership.
- Some senators like John Cornyn and Thom Tillis have resisted Trump’s nominees and will leave the Senate soon.
- The Senate has confirmed 515 of Trump’s nominees so far, moving faster than in his first term.
- Trump can appoint some officials in acting roles without Senate confirmation.
- Polls show Americans are increasingly unhappy with the GOP, and internal party conflicts are rising.
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