Political Update – Thursday, March 13, 2025
- AlgoTradeAlert
- Mar 13
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Updated: Mar 13
Political Update – Thursday, March 13, 2025
Senate Showdown: The CR Battle and Filibuster Strategy The Senate faces a critical challenge this week as lawmakers navigate the complexities of passing a Continuing Resolution (CR) to prevent a government shutdown. A CR, classified as a regular-order bill, remains vulnerable to a filibuster under Senate rules. Overcoming such an obstacle requires invoking cloture, a procedural vote demanding a supermajority of 60 votes. With Republicans holding a 53-seat majority, they must secure the support of at least seven Democrats to end debate and advance the measure.
At present, Senate Democrats have yet to unify around a clear strategy. While some members privately express concerns about being blamed for a government shutdown, the GOP has positioned itself as the party offering a solution to keep the government open. This political calculus may pressure moderate Democrats to break ranks, though progressive factions remain deeply skeptical.
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