Harris Calls for Filibuster Abolition to Protect Abortion Rights
Vice President Kamala Harris proposes ending the filibuster to restore Roe v. Wade protections, sparking intense debate on Senate rules and constitutional norms.
- Vice President Kamala Harris reignited the debate on the filibuster by proposing its abolition to federally protect abortion rights.
- Harris' call is specifically aimed at restoring the protections of Roe v. Wade, which was overturned by the Supreme Court two years ago.
- Critics argue that eliminating the filibuster undermines constitutional checks and balances, warning of potential future repercussions.
- Harris has previously shown a fluid stance on the filibuster, having supported its preservation in a 2017 bipartisan letter.
- The proposal has intensified partisan tensions, with Republicans and some moderates cautioning against such a significant change to Senate rules.
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