The most important reason not to end the filibuster: It’s a bad idea

President Trump has called for the end of the filibuster in the Senate, which would allow Republican policies to be passed ...

Will California tax its billionaires?

There are more than 200 billionaires in California. Now, Golden State labor leaders are pushing for tax on that wealth to ...

Thune says Senate lacks votes to end filibuster despite Trump’s push — what is it?

Senate Majority Leader John Thune stated that Senate Republicans lack sufficient votes to eliminate the filibuster, despite ...

What is a filibuster and why does Trump want to get rid of it during the shutdown?

Trump mentioned in his Truth Social post that eliminating the filibuster would help Republicans get the “best Judges” and the “best U.S. Attorneys,” but it's unclear what he meant since he needs only ...

A year after winning his Senate seat, Ruben Gallego grows into the national spotlight

U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego of Arizona has gained national attention in his first year, a rare feat for a freshman senator. He ...
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What’s the filibuster and why does Trump want to get rid of it during the shutdown?

PRESIDENT Donald Trump walks down the stairs of Air Force One upon his arrival at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, after returning from Asia. WASHINGTON—Seemingly frustrated by the ...