Senate Republicans Say They Won’t Nuke Filibuster

“As Senate Republicans explore options to swiftly end a government shutdown, there is one procedural maneuver leadership is already firmly dismissing: changing the filibuster rules,” NOTUS reports.

Said Senate Majority Whip John Barraso (R-WY): “That’s not in the cards. We’re going to continue to bring this continuing resolution to the floor. Three Democrats voted with us yesterday. I know there’s some more that are considering it. We’re going to reopen the government.”

“Multiple Senate Republicans told NOTUS they anticipate a drip-drip of Democrats will eventually support the GOP-led continuing resolution as a shutdown becomes politically and logistically painful in their home states.”