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Tim Walz Calls for Elimination of Filibuster, Aligns with AOC Amid Criticism from Marco Rubio

Oct 27, 2024, 07:55 PM

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has publicly called for the elimination of the Senate filibuster, aligning himself with progressive figures like Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. This move is seen as a strategy to facilitate the passage of a more liberal legislative agenda, which has drawn criticism from various political commentators who label it as radical. Walz's comments were made during a discussion where he expressed agreement with Ocasio-Cortez on the necessity of abolishing the filibuster. The proposal has garnered attention from Republican figures, including Senator Marco Rubio, who condemned the idea as a means for Democrats to push through extreme policies. The call to eliminate the filibuster has sparked a broader debate about its implications for legislative processes and the potential impact on the Second Amendment, as noted by the National Rifle Association.