President Donald J. Trump renewed his call to eliminate the Senate filibuster, arguing that the long-standing procedural rule has become a barrier to progress and a weapon used by Washington insiders to stall commonsense legislation supported by the American people. Speaking in an interview, Trump made his position crystal clear: “If we got rid of the filibuster, we would approve so many good things, commonsense things, wonderful things, that it would be hard to beat us. Absolutely, without question, I have no doubt in my mind — get rid of it.”

The President’s statement echoes his long-held frustration with the Senate’s 60-vote requirement to advance most legislation — a rule often exploited by Democrats to block America First policies, from border security and tax reform to election integrity measures. Trump argued that ending the filibuster would allow Republicans to pass the kind of meaningful reforms that Americans overwhelmingly support but Washington continually obstructs.

“The filibuster isn’t protecting democracy — it’s protecting dysfunction,” Trump said. “It’s stopping us from doing what’s right for our country.”  

During his presidency, Trump repeatedly faced gridlock in the Senate, where bold policy proposals — including stronger immigration enforcement and healthcare reform — were derailed by procedural hurdles. His renewed push to end the filibuster comes as many conservatives believe the rule has outlived its purpose and now serves only as a shield for entrenched bureaucrats and partisan obstructionists.

Supporters of Trump’s position argue that eliminating the filibuster would restore accountability and streamline decision-making in Congress, forcing lawmakers to take clear, decisive stances on issues that directly affect the American people. “Trump is absolutely right,” said one Republican strategist. “It’s time to stop hiding behind procedural games and start delivering results.”

Critics, however, warn that such a move could alter the Senate’s traditional balance — but Trump and his allies counter that the status quo has already crippled meaningful progress. “We’ve tried playing by their rules,” Trump said. “Now it’s time to play for the American people.”

With his renewed call to action, Trump has once again positioned himself as the voice of decisive leadership in a capital paralyzed by indecision. His message is clear and direct: stop the gridlock, end the games, and give power back to the majority that Americans elected to lead.

As Trump continues to shape the nation’s political future, his push to eliminate the filibuster marks yet another challenge to the old guard — and another bold step toward a government that works for the people, not against them.