Key Takeaways:
- No More Excuses: President Trump told Republican senators it’s time to eliminate the filibuster, warning that without bold action, “we won’t pass any legislation for 3 and a quarter years.”
- Election Integrity First: Trump urged immediate passage of voter ID laws and an end to mail-in voting, calling for secure and transparent elections as the foundation of democracy.
- GOP Must Lead: Frustrated with gridlock, Trump demanded Republicans “start tonight” and govern with confidence, saying it’s time to fulfill the promises they made to the American people.
President Donald J. Trump threw down the gauntlet Wednesday, demanding that Republican senators “end the filibuster” and start delivering for the American people. His message was blunt: stop playing defense and start governing with strength.
“START TONIGHT! Pass voter ID, no mail-in voting, all the things, make our elections secure and safe!” Trump told lawmakers. The president made it clear that the time for political hesitation is over. With a narrow majority in both chambers, Trump wants Republicans to act decisively on election integrity, border security, and the economy—issues that define his America First agenda.
“John, they’ve done a [CR] FOREVER. The FIRST time they haven’t. They won’t do a CR? They won’t do ANY BILLS!” he continued, blasting Senate gridlock and warning GOP leaders that failing to act would paralyze the government for years.
“If you don’t get it, you’ll NEVER pass [voter ID],” Trump warned, pushing senators to eliminate the procedural roadblock that Democrats have routinely used to stall conservative legislation.
“It’s time for Republicans to do what they have to do: terminate the filibuster. If you don’t? You’ll be in BAD shape. We won’t pass ANY legislation. No legislation for 3 and a quarter years.”
Trump’s challenge was unmistakable: act like the majority, restore accountability, and secure America’s elections—or watch the country’s progress grind to a halt. For a party promising results, the ball is now squarely in their court.