WASHINGTON — Seemingly frustrated by the government shutdown and Democrats' unwillingness to accept a Republican funding bill, President Donald Trump is once again demanding that the Senate eliminate the legislative filibuster.
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President Donald Trump walks down the stairs of Air Force One upon his arrival at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Thursday after returning from Asia.
Luis M. Alvarez, Associated Press
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune of South Dakota walks out of the White House on Oct. 21 after meeting with President Donald Trump about the government shutdown.
Evan Vucci, Associated Press
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune of South Dakota, center, and other republican Senate members speak with reporters on Oct. 21 after a meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House.
Alex Brandon, Associated Press
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President Donald Trump shakes hands with Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., during a lunch on Oct. 21 with Republican Senators on the Rose Garden patio at the White House.
Manuel Balce Ceneta, Associated Press
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Trump pushes for abolishing the filibuster to end the government shutdown. Plus, a federal judge says SNAP benefits must keep flowing.
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