Summary
President Donald Trump has asked Republicans to eliminate the filibuster rule to end the government shutdown. The filibuster allows senators to delay or block votes on bills unless there is a 60-vote majority. Some Republicans have opposed this change, fearing it could backfire if Democrats gain power in the future.
Key Facts
- President Trump wants Republicans to end the filibuster to stop the government shutdown.
- The filibuster is a rule that requires 60 votes to end debate on a bill and proceed to a vote.
- Trump mentioned that during his Asian tour, he was frequently asked about the shutdown.
- Trump criticized Democrats, calling them "Crazed Lunatics."
- He believes Democrats' demands to end the shutdown would harm U.S. citizens.
- He urges Republicans to use the "Nuclear Option," which means removing the filibuster.
- Senate Republicans are hesitant to change the rules as it may benefit Democrats later.
- During Joe Biden's presidency, some Democrats wanted to end the filibuster, but Biden was against it for wanting bipartisanship.
