John Thune Isn't Bowing to Trump's Pressure: 'Show Me How This Ends'

Senate Majority Leader John Thune is resisting President Donald Trump’s pressure over a sweeping voting overhaul, saying “show me how this ends” rather than signaling readiness to change Senate rules. Trump told reporters in the Oval Office on Wednesday that Thune “has the votes” and should move the SAVE America Act, which would remake how Americans vote. Thune has countered that the bill, despite passing the House, lacks Senate support and there’s “no appetite” to adjust procedures to force it through. The Senate faces an August recess with several items pending, but Trump wants action before lawmakers leave town, including potentially ending the 60-vote threshold for most legislation.