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Trent Franks: “If we don't do something different now, it should be, there…”

Featuring: Trent Franks, Conservative | Former U.S. House, Arizona's 8th District

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In-Depth Discussion on U.S. Politics, Iran, and Global Security with Congressman Trent Franks

Published | Video Starts at 19:39

And unfortunately, when we get in power, we say, oh, no, you know, we can't. Can't change the filibuster in any way. And so therefore, it's just a matter of time. If we don't do something different now, it should be, there is a way, if we're in control, to change it in a way that will still work for the country. that will still solve the original problem so that we can debate these issues and help the American people be completely aware without making the Senate a mechanism to where the left is in complete control. (19:39–19:49)

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Asserts that Republicans should change the filibuster rules to benefit the country while they are in control.

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