What is the filibuster and why does Trump want to get rid of it?
by Rachel Leingang and Guardian staff from US news | The Guardian on (#7154C)
US president suggested ending the filibuster to conclude the federal government shutdown. Here is what to know
Donald Trump on Thursday suggested ending the filibuster to bring an end to the government shutdown, which has now passed one month with no signs of compromise on the horizon.
Both parties have previously defended or sought to dismantle the US Senate rule, depending on the moment and the contours of the debate.
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