UMVA has learned that Senate Majority Leader John Thune has once again demonstrated his inability to deliver on key Republican priorities, leaving many to wonder if he's truly committed to the party's agenda.
In a recent appearance on Fox News with Bret Baier, Thune made it clear that he's not willing to take bold action to pass the SAVE America Act, a top priority for President Trump. The Act includes crucial provisions such as voter ID, proof of citizenship to register to vote, a ban on biological males in girls' sports, an end to mass mail-in voting, and protection for minors from transgender surgeries.
Thune's response to Trump's demand to attach the SAVE America Act to the FISA reauthorization was telling - he claimed it would "tank" FISA. This raises serious questions about his commitment to securing American elections and protecting citizens' rights. Is Thune more interested in preserving the status quo and protecting the surveillance state than in delivering on his party's promises?
According to information obtained by UMVA, Thune has had multiple votes on the full version of the SAVE America Act, but it has failed to gain traction. He claims that the Democrats have voted as a bloc against it, but this only highlights his inability to negotiate and find common ground. The American people are demanding action, and Thune's excuses are wearing thin.
Thune's priorities are clear: he's more interested in preserving the bipartisan coalitions he's built than in taking a strong stance on key issues. He's careful to note that the housing bill he's working on is a "four corners" bipartisan and bicameral effort, but this only raises questions about his willingness to compromise on critical issues.
As the Republican trifecta slips through his fingers, Thune's critics are growing louder. Many are calling for his resignation, citing his inability to deliver on key priorities. Is Thune truly the right leader for the Senate, or is it time for a change?
Sources close to the negotiations have confirmed to UMVA that Thune's weak leadership is having a corrosive effect on the party's base. With the MAGA base growing increasingly frustrated, Thune's inability to get the SAVE America Act passed could have serious consequences for Republicans in the lead-up to the November elections.
