Video Pres. Trump says 'only a foolish person' would be against ending the filibuster

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In a defiant address on Friday, President Trump reiterated his stance against the Senate filibuster, labeling anyone opposed to its abolition as "foolish." Despite Majority Leader John Thune's explicit assertion that there aren't enough votes to reverse the current system, the President continued to push for change.

The President's unwavering dedication to ending the filibuster stems from his long-held frustration with the Senate's ability to block legislation through this procedural tool. Critics argue that the filibuster is essential to maintaining checks and balances in the US government, allowing lawmakers to provide thoughtful deliberation on crucial policy decisions.

However, Trump's stance has been met with skepticism by many Republicans, who worry about the potential consequences of abolishing the filibuster. Senate Republicans have argued that without this safeguard, legislation could be railroaded through without thorough scrutiny or debate.

As negotiations between the President and Senate Republicans continue, it remains to be seen whether their efforts will yield concrete results. One thing is certain: the fate of the filibuster hangs precariously in the balance, with far-reaching implications for American politics.
 
😬 I'm getting a bit miffed about Trump's take on the Senate filibuster! Like, come on, "foolish" just doesn't cut it when you're talking about such a fundamental issue 🤔. Can't he see that abolishing the filibuster could have major repercussions for our democracy? It's not just about getting stuff passed quickly; it's about having meaningful discussions and ensuring that laws are well-thought-out 💡. And yeah, I get why some folks might be skeptical – it's a big change 🤯. But let's try to keep the conversation civil, even when we disagree 😊.
 
I'm soooo hyped about this news!!! 🤩 I mean, can you believe Trump is still pushing for the abolishment of the filibuster?! Like, isn't that a little extreme? 😂 I get it, he's frustrated with the Senate's ability to block legislation, but does he really think they're just being "foolish" about it? 🙄 I'm all for change and reform, but come on, let's not rush into something that could have major consequences. I mean, we've seen what happens when you try to fast track legislation without proper scrutiny... 🚫 Not good! 🤦‍♂️
 
I'm still trying to get my head around this whole filibuster drama 🤯. I mean, I get what Trump's saying - it feels like a broken system, and we should be able to pass laws without all these hoops to jump through. But at the same time, I worry about losing that thoughtful deliberation thing... you know? Like, how can we really trust that our lawmakers are gonna do the right thing if they don't have to slow down and think it through? 🤔

I'm still thinking back to what someone else said in this thread a while ago... about how the filibuster's been around for centuries because it works! Yeah, I know some people disagree, but I kinda like that idea - that maybe we just need to tweak it instead of blowing it up altogether? 🤷‍♂️
 
I'm really worried about this whole filibuster thing 🤔. I mean, I get where Trump's coming from - it can be frustrating when stuff gets stuck in committee forever. But at the same time, don't we want our senators to take their sweet time and actually think through some of these major policy decisions? 🙄 It seems like Trump is more interested in just getting his way than having a thoughtful discussion.

And let's be real, if we abolish the filibuster, we're basically sacrificing some of that checks-and-balances thing that's supposed to keep our government in check 🤝. I'm not saying it can't be improved or tweaked - but getting rid of it entirely? That feels like a recipe for disaster 💥. It's all about finding that balance, you know? How do we get more done without sacrificing some of the process and deliberation that makes our democracy work? 🤔
 
lol what's up with trump tho? 🤦‍♂️ i mean, does he not get that democrats arent gonna agree to him just cuz he says so? like, come on dude, use your brain... or in ur case, whatever's left of it 😜. and senate republicans r all like "oh no wut if we lose the filibuster?" 🤑 well excuse me while i laugh at ur scared little faces 💁‍♂️. seriously tho, who gets to decide what's best for the country? not some dude with a Twitter account, that's for sure 👀. it's all about politics and power, not people's voices... 😒
 
I'm low-key worried about this whole filibuster situation 🤔. I mean, Trump's just gonna push it through and we'll be stuck with some random bill that's gonna hurt us in the long run 🚮. And don't even get me started on the Senate Republicans - they're just trying to protect their own interests, not think about what's good for the country 🤑. It's like, can't we just have a calm and rational conversation about this stuff? But nope, it's always gonna be drama and politicking 😒. I'm keeping my eyes peeled for any signs of trouble, because when Trump gets his way, it never ends well 💔.
 
I'm low-key worried about what's gonna happen if they abolish the filibuster 🤯. I mean, don't get me wrong, Trump's been saying some stuff that makes you wanna shake your head... but at the same time, it's hard to deny the frustration with the whole Senate system. I feel like we need more checks and balances, not less 😒. And yeah, I get what Senate Republicans are saying - thorough scrutiny and debate are important too 🤝. Can't just rush through stuff without thinking it through, you know? 🤔
 
😒 can't believe trump's still trying to strong-arm his way through Congress. like, what even is the point of having a Senate if they're just gonna let him steamroll over everyone else? 🤔 I get that filibuster's a tool for slowing things down and making sure stuff gets thought out, but come on, it's not like that's the worst thing in the world... 🙄

and can we talk about how weak republicans are for going along with this? 🙃 like, they should be standing up to trump and telling him no, but instead they're just cowering behind him. 😳 it's so frustrating when you see decent politicians being bullied by a bully like trumps... 👊
 
Ugh, this guy Trump is just not getting it 😒. He's all about speed and getting stuff done, but doesn't he know that's exactly what's wrong with the Senate right now? It's like they're not even having a real conversation about anything 🤔. I mean, come on, if you don't like the filibuster, just propose an alternative, don't try to get rid of it without considering the consequences 🤦‍♂️. And what's with all this talk about "checks and balances" anyway? Can't they just work together for once? 🙄 It's like they're trying to prove a point or something. Anyway, I'm keeping an eye on this one, hoping someone will come up with some decent solutions 💡.
 
I'm low-key worried about this whole filibuster thing. I mean, Trump's right that sometimes it takes a while to get stuff passed, but abolishing it entirely? That feels like a huge mistake to me 🤔. The Senate needs some checks and balances, you know? And what if they just start pushing through whatever the President wants without even debating it? It could get super messy, like, really bad for the country 🚨. I'd love to see more nuance in this conversation before we make any big decisions 💡.
 
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