Republicans oppose Trump’s suggestion to end Senate filibuster

President Trump urged the Senate to eliminate the filibuster to end the government shutdown, which has lasted 31 days, but Republican leaders quickly rejected his call. The filibuster requires 60 votes to overcome objections and has allowed Democrats to maintain the shutdown while demanding healthcare subsidy extensions. Despite Trump’s demands, key Republican figures, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune, affirmed their opposition to changing the rule. Meanwhile, bipartisan discussions continue, but negotiations remain stalled as both parties refuse to compromise on reopening the government.