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Senators McConnell and Schumer on Changing Filibuster Rules for Voting Rights Bill

While debating a filibuster rule change after a vote to advance voting rights legislation failed to meet the 60-vote threshold, Minority Lea… read more

While debating a filibuster rule change after a vote to advance voting rights legislation failed to meet the 60-vote threshold, Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) accused Democrats of “ruining” the Senate by proposing this rule change, which he called “radicalism.” Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) followed by explaining why this change was necessary, saying it was “time for the Senate to adapt, to meet the challenge of the modern age.” The rule change would have let a simple majority move the bill forward while allowing the minority to voice opposition through a “talking filibuster.” close

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Senators McConnell and Schumer on Changing Filibuster Rules for Voting Rights Bill

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517308-16
Category:
Senate Highlight
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Senate Highlight
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Jan 19, 2022 | 10:52pm EST | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Jan 22, 2022 | 9:45pm EST | C-SPAN 1

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  • Jan 19, 2022 | 10:52pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Jan 20, 2022 | 9:06am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Jan 22, 2022 | 9:45pm EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Jan 23, 2022 | 11:35am EST | C-SPAN RADIO
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