Senate Session, Part 2
Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) launched a lengthy speech in opposition to continued funding of the Affordable Care Act, saying he “would speak until I… read more
Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) launched a lengthy speech in opposition to continued funding of the Affordable Care Act, saying he “would speak until I am no longer able to stand.” He and other senators sustained the speeches overnight until noon the next day. Some did not think this constituted a filibuster because debate was already going to end at noon the next day. close
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