President Donald Trump has demanded that Senate Republican leader John Thune keep the United States Senate in session until the SAVE America Act, a key election security bill, is passed. Trump made the call on Truth Social, urging Thune not to allow the Senate to "leave town" without passing the legislation or, alternatively, to end the filibuster to expedite GOP priorities including the SAVE America Act, the budget, and the looming debt ceiling issue.

The Senate is scheduled to recess in less than two weeks, with a packed agenda including major confirmations and sanctions targeting Russia. However, Trump emphasized that the SAVE America Act is his top legislative priority and wants it passed "by any means necessary," despite the political challenges in the Senate.

Senators Mike Lee (R-Utah), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), and Ashley Moody (R-Fla.) have publicly announced their intent to object to Thune's plan to call for the recess at the end of the current work period. Mike Lee also spoke at a news conference about the SAVE America Act.

The bill is expected to require a 60-vote threshold for passage, even if pursued through a budget resolution. The political reality of the Senate remains a significant barrier to the bill's advancement.

Trump criticized Senate leadership and warned of consequences if the bill is not passed, stating, "Remember, stupidity always brings LOSING & DEATH!" He also claimed that Democrats will act swiftly once in control, expressing frustration with current Senate leadership.

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