Trump presses Thune to move reconciliation framework before August recess as tensions mount
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) said Thursday the votes aren’t there in the Senate to advance a House-passed budget resolution that would pave the way for a $95 billion reconciliation bill to fund the war in Iran, farm aid and election-related reforms.
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2 sourcesTrump presses Thune to move reconciliation framework before August recess as tensions mount
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2 sourcesTrump Demands Action On House Budget Resolution As Thune Points To Vote Shortage
Trump urges Senate GOP to pass $95B budget bill before August break
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2 developments- Jul 23Thune: ‘I can’t count to 50’ GOP votes on reconciliation 3.0 framework
- Jul 24Trump presses Thune to move reconciliation framework before August recess as tensions mount
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