“Because of the fact that the Democrats have gone stone cold ‘crazy,’ the choice is clear: initiate the ‘nuclear option,’ get rid of the filibuster, and make America great again!” Trump said in his first post.
In his second post, Trump touted his successful Asia visit, during which he “met the leaders of many countries” and agreed to “great trade deals.” He mentioned that throughout his diplomatic trip, he was frequently asked about the political stalemate and how “the Democrats shut down the United States of America.”
“Great trade deals were made, long-term relationships now exist, and money is pouring into our country because of tariffs and, frankly, the landslide results of the 2024 presidential election,” Trump said.
“The one question that kept coming up, however, was how did the Democrats shut down the United States of America, and why did the powerful Republicans allow them to do it? The fact is, in flying back, I thought a great deal about that question, WHY?”
Trump praised Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) and Majority Leader Sen. John Thune (R-SD) for their efforts to end the shutdown, then shifted the blame back to the Democrats, characterizing their desire to keep the government closed as a form of “Trump Derangement Syndrome.”
“The Democrats are crazed lunatics that have lost all sense of wisdom and reality. It is a sick form of the now ‘legendary’ Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS) that only comes from losing too much,” the president posted.
“They want trillions of dollars to be taken from our healthcare system and given to others who are not deserving — people who have come into our country illegally, many from prisons and mental institutions.”
“This will hurt American citizens, and Republicans will not let it happen,” he added. “It is now time for the Republicans to play their ‘Trump card’ and go for what is called the Nuclear Option. Get rid of the filibuster, and get rid of it, NOW!”
A key point Trump made was referencing previous attempts by Democrats to end the filibuster to pass their legislation. He noted it would have succeeded if not for the efforts of former Sens. Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ).
Trump highlighted this fact, urging Republicans to take action themselves. He warned that Democrats would have no reservations in doing so the next time they hold power.
“Well, now WE are in power, and if we did what we should be doing, it would IMMEDIATELY end this ridiculous, country-destroying ‘shutdown,’” he said.
“If the Democrats ever came back into power, which would be made easier for them if the Republicans are not using the great strength and policies made available to us by ending the filibuster, the Democrats will exercise their rights, and it will be done on the first day they take office, regardless of whether or not we do it.”
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/3870365/trump-urges-gop-senators-nuclear-option/
