The Fate of the Filibuster

  • The debate over the minority’s ability to tackle legislation has foreshadowed a fraught landscape about what Democrats should do if Republicans hinder President Biden’s agenda.

  • Mr. Biden does not want to abolish the filibuster, which can be an obstacle to important legislation. Left Democrats disagree, but they are holding back for now.

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