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Episode 898: What’s the Impact of Ending the Filibuster in the U.S. Senate? It’s Not Likely, But if it Happens, We’re in for a Wild Ride.
The American Democracy Minute Radio News Report & Podcast for Nov. 6, 2025
What’s the Impact of Ending the Filibuster in the U.S. Senate?
It’s Not Likely, But if it Happens, We’re in for a Wild Ride.
The U.S. Senate’s filibuster rule requires 60 votes to end debate, and just the threat of a filibuster can block popular legislation. What are the consequences of removing the filibuster rule, the so-called “nuclear option”?
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