The discussion focused on the US Senate’s efforts to pass the SAVE Act, hindered by the filibuster. Thune plans to run the bill next week, expecting failure due to the 60-vote threshold. Options include abolishing the filibuster or implementing a talking filibuster, as advocated by Elon Musk and some Republicans. The filibuster’s modern form allows for minimal effort, leading to its overuse and legislative paralysis. The conversation also touched on the broader implications of the filibuster, including its impact on budget deficits and the ability to pass significant reforms.
Major storms whipped up tornadoes in parts of Illinois and Indiana that leveled homes, killing at least two people and injuring others, and another round of rain, hail and strong winds made its way through the region Wednesday, authorities said.
It seems a country divided on so many fronts is finding common ground in pain at the pump, where the cost of the Iran war is hitting Americans squarely in the wallet and aggravating people across the political spectrum.
Two men who brought explosives to a far-right protest outside New York City's mayoral mansion said they were inspired by the Islamic State extremist group, a court complaint said.
Uber launched a feature Monday to allow both women riders and drivers across the U.S. to be matched with other women for trips, expanding a pilot program aimed at addressing concerns about the safety of its ride-hailing platform.
