Summary
Senator Jeff Merkley spoke for over 11 hours on the Senate floor in a filibuster protest against President Trump's actions and policies. Merkley, from Oregon, criticized the government's direction under Trump, claiming it threatens democracy and constitutional values.
Key Facts
- Senator Jeff Merkley delivered an 11-hour speech in the Senate.
- The speech was a filibuster against President Trump's administration.
- Merkley claims Trump's actions threaten U.S. democracy and values.
- The current record for the longest filibuster is over 25 hours by Senator Cory Booker.
- President Trump's use of executive actions is being questioned.
- Mass rallies against Trump's leadership, called "No Kings," happened recently.
- President Trump says he is trying to improve the U.S., not acting as a king.
- The White House claims that liberal judges are overstepping their authority.
