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Congress is back to tackle a packed agenda, including budget battles, funding for Homeland Security, and a crucial vote on military action in Iran. Divisions over the filibuster and the balance of power in foreign policy are also on the table.
A deepening government shutdown has senators clashing over funding for border security and the future of the Senate filibuster. Discussions also cover a significant increase in defense spending, focusing on new drone defense technologies, and economic relief for American farmers.
Former President Donald Trump joined "The Five" on Fox News to discuss Iran's new leadership, the plight of unpaid TSA workers, and the Senate filibuster. Trump shared his views on international affairs and urged Republicans to end the filibuster to pass key legislation.
The Senate faces a deadlock over essential Department of Homeland Security funding, largely due to the filibuster rule requiring 60 votes for passage. This standoff highlights the tension between majority rule and the minority's power to block legislation, with potential impacts on government services and future legislative processes.
Senator Eric Schmitt is pushing for election integrity legislation in the Senate, focusing on voter ID and citizen-only voting. He also addressed disputes over Homeland Security funding, criticizing Democrats for withholding funds for border protection.
The SAVE Act, a proposed bill emphasizing voter identification, faces significant hurdles in the Senate amidst accusations of Democratic filibuster abuse. The RNC has outlined extensive election integrity initiatives, but the bill's progression remains stalled, highlighting deep partisan divides.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's refusal to bring the "Save Act" to the Senate floor has effectively stalled a controversial piece of legislation championed by Donald Trump and the MAGA movement. The act, which proposes stringent new voter identification requirements, has drawn fierce opposition from voting rights advocates who argue it would disenfranchise millions of Americans.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has rejected former President Trump's demand to eliminate the filibuster for the "Save America Act." Thune cited risks and political complexities, prioritizing institutional preservation and caucus protection over Trump's push for voting law changes. The segment also introduced Politico's new series, "On the Road with Jonathan Martin," featuring discussions on 2028 Republican contenders.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has offered to drop out of his U.S. Senate runoff race against John Cornyn, but only if the filibuster is abolished and a specific voting bill passes. The move is seen as a political gambit to pressure Cornyn and gain President Trump's endorsement amidst a tumultuous Republican primary.
