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Approaching the longest record in history! The U.S. government 'shutdown' has exceeded 31 days, Trump is anxious: abolish the rules!
"Democrats have completely 'lost it', and the options are very clear: activate the 'nuclear option'—eliminate the obstructive rules of procedure." On the 30th day of the U.S. government 'shutdown', U.S. President Trump posted the above content on social media on Thursday evening (October 30), urging Republicans to abolish the long-standing Senate rules of procedure that require at least 60 votes to pass a bill.
U.S. President Trump
The direct cause of the U.S. government 'shutdown' is the Senate's failure to pass a new temporary funding bill before federal government funds run out. According to current Senate rules, the vast majority of legislation must receive 60 votes in favor out of 100 seats to advance. This requirement has become a 'stumbling block' for both Democrats and Republicans in pushing their respective priorities. It is reported that the Republicans currently control 53 seats in the Senate, which means they must secure the support of at least 7 Democrats to reach the necessary 60 votes.
U.S. President Trump
The direct cause of the U.S. government 'shutdown' is the Senate's failure to pass a new temporary funding bill before federal government funds run out. According to current Senate rules, the vast majority of legislation must receive 60 votes in favor out of 100 seats to advance. This requirement has become a 'stumbling block' for both Democrats and Republicans in pushing their respective priorities. It is reported that the Republicans currently control 53 seats in the Senate, which means they must secure the support of at least 7 Democrats to reach the necessary 60 votes.
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