John Thune criticised over SAVE America Act and filibuster stance
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Updated · Fox News · Apr 30
John Thune criticised over SAVE America Act and filibuster stance
11 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 30
The commentary says the Senate majority leader has failed to push proof-of-citizenship voting legislation despite unified Republican control in Washington and claims 95% of Republican voters want it passed.
It argues Thune must either pressure reluctant Republican senators to scrap the 60-vote threshold or step aside, warning inaction is demoralising voters and could depress midterm turnout.
The piece frames the dispute as loyalty to Senate norms versus party voters, citing activist Scott Presler and contrasting Thune's approach with Democrats' greater unity and Lyndon Johnson-style leadership.
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