Summary
House Speaker Mike Johnson said he discussed via text with President Donald Trump about Trump's call to change Senate rules to end a government shutdown. Johnson, however, chose not to comment publicly on the matter, explaining it is not his decision to make. This comes amid ongoing discussions and division among senators regarding the filibuster rule.
Key Facts
- House Speaker Mike Johnson texted President Donald Trump about ending a government shutdown.
- President Trump suggested changing Senate rules to stop the shutdown.
- The change Trump suggested involves ending the filibuster, a Senate rule.
- The filibuster allows a small number of senators to prolong debate to delay or prevent a vote.
- Johnson declined to publicly express his opinion on this rule change.
- Johnson emphasized that the decision to change Senate rules is not his responsibility.
- The press conference took place on day 31 of the government shutdown.
- There is division among senators about changing the filibuster rule.
