Trump Demands Voting Restrictions, Senate Debates

0:00From Durham, this is your March 10th update. President Donald Trump announced he will not sign any new laws until Congress passes a strict proof of citizenship voting measure. Speaking to House Republicans at his Ford Egoff Club on Monday, he demanded they strengthen the Save America Act, already approved by the House, and, at a nationwide ban on mail, in ballots except for specific cases like military or disabled voters. Trump insists these changes are crucial to prevent fraud and secure Republican wins in the upcoming midterms. He urged the Senate to bypass filibuster rules, even if it takes six months, calling it his top priority over other pressing issues, like funding the Department of Homeland Security. Voting rights advocates warned the bill could block up to 20 million Americans without easy access to documents like birth certificates or passports. From registering or voting, Democrats led by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer slammed the move as bullying that would stall the Senate. Meanwhile, Republican leaders showed mixed support.

1:03House Speaker Mike Johnson backed Trump on stage, but Senate Majority Leader John Thune cautioned that a talking filibuster has never passed major. Legislation and could invite divisive amendments. GOP senators are set to debate next steps this week amid Trump's push to bundle in extras like bans on transgender athletes in women's sports, and certain surgeries for minors plus a foreign surveillance extension. He warned against any watered-down version, tying it to his ongoing claims about the 2020 election. Quick thanks to today's sponsor. See the description for more. Relax deeper, reset faster, comfort you can hear.