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'Show me how this ends.' Thune responds to Trump's escalated calls to pass SAVE America Act
PBS • • nation
Key Points:
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune challenged President Trump's calls to cancel the August recess until a proof-of-citizenship voting bill passes, asking for a clear path to victory.
- Thune highlighted that the Senate has already voted on the bill multiple times without success, questioning how the effort would ultimately succeed.
- He plans to discuss potential strategies with senators and is open to extending the Senate session if a viable path emerges, but also acknowledged senators' need to campaign back home.
- Thune's response underscores ongoing legislative challenges and the balance between governance and electoral responsibilities.
