During a recent appearance on NewsNation's "Cuomo," Representative Jonathan Jackson (D-IL) weighed in on the ongoing government shutdown, expressing his belief that the U.
S. Senate should "absolutely" abolish the filibuster.
This move, he argued, would allow Republicans to pass legislation to reopen the government through a party-line vote, bypassing Democratic opposition. "I could do away with that," Jackson stated, underscoring his stance on the matter.
As reported by Breitbart, host Chris Cuomo highlighted the current political landscape, noting the Republican control of both the presidency and the House, while the Senate remains narrowly divided. Cuomo pointed out that the filibuster rule effectively grants the minority Democrats the power to stall proceedings. He queried Jackson on whether he supports eliminating the filibuster, despite it not being within his congressional purview.
Jackson affirmed, "Absolutely. I could do away with that." He further elaborated on the broader implications of executive power, saying, "The President signs every executive order, he overrides every court decision, he puts the military on U.S. grounds, like, whoever stops him to say anything? This is the only one thing."
The debate over the filibuster continues to be a contentious issue in Washington, with its potential removal sparking discussions about the balance of power and the ability of the majority to govern effectively. Jackson's comments reflect a growing frustration among some lawmakers regarding the procedural hurdles that can impede legislative progress.
As the government shutdown persists, the question of whether to maintain or abolish the filibuster remains a pivotal topic in the ongoing discourse about governance and legislative efficiency.
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