Trump Urges His Party to Kill the Filibuster First or Risk Ruin

Trump Urges His Party to Kill the Filibuster First or Risk Ruin

Trump warns that the first party to end the Senate filibuster will thrive, while a Democratic win would push the country toward Third World status.

Richard Miniter
First Published: July 27, 2026, 5:28 AM ET

Donald J. Trump urged Republicans to abolish the Senate filibuster before Democrats do, warning the delay could cost his party its future.