Trump and Johnson vs. Thune

Update: 2026-03-31

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Senate Majority Leader John Thune is under increasing pressure from all sides — including from President Donald Trump — following his tumultuous split with Speaker Mike Johnson over DHS funding. Jake and Anna break down the latest. Plus, can Trump force Congress to come back?

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Trump and Johnson vs. Thune