Thune: No agreement among GOP senators on talking filibuster
The Hill
by Alexander BoltonFebruary 25, 2026
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Senate majority leader john thune (r-s.d.) has indicated that senate republicans lack sufficient consensus to employ a talking filibuster as a strategy to advance voting reform legislation. during a press conference, thune emphasized the challenges of forcing democrats to sustain prolonged speaking efforts on the floor to block the house-passed bill. he cautioned against the potential political and procedural difficulties this approach could entail.
a talking filibuster, which involves senators delivering continuous speeches to delay legislative progress, is often used to obstruct or stall proceedings. thune's remarks suggest that republicans are currently divided on whether such a tactic would effectively pressure democrats to negotiate or compromise on voting reform measures. this lack of unity highlights the complexities of navigating senate procedures and underscores the delicate balance required for
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Originally published on The Hill on 2/25/2026