WATCH: Democrats admit when they'd eliminate the filibuster as SAVE Act fight heats up
As President Donald Trump intensifies his push to eliminate the Senate filibuster to pass the SAVE America Act, lawmakers are exposing familiar fault lines over when the chamber's 60-vote rule should, and shouldn't, apply.Democratic senators avoided endorsing an outright elimination of the filibuster. Some defended exceptions for certain legislation, with several arguing it should stay in place while Republicans push to pass the SAVE Act through the Senate."I would want to know what specific measure it covered," Sen.
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Democrats discussed whether they would remove the Senate filibuster to help pass the SAVE Act. They did not agree to end the filibuster completely. Some senators said they would keep it for most bills but could make exceptions for certain laws. Senator Richard Blumenthal said he would need to know the exact content of any measure before supporting a change.
Why it matters
The filibuster determines how easily laws can be passed, so changes could shift power between parties and affect future legislation on issues like voting rights or taxes.
- What is the SAVE Act?
- It is a Republican-backed bill focused on election integrity and related issues, though its exact details vary.
- Why do Democrats hesitate to eliminate the filibuster?
- They worry that removing it could allow the opposing party to pass laws without enough bipartisan support.
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WATCH: Democrats admit when they'd eliminate the filibuster as SAVE Act fight heats up
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