- Senator John Thune criticized Senate Democrats for allowing what he describes as ‘far-left’ lawmakers to influence the direction of the party.
- Thune’s comments came in the context of a recent vote where Senate Democrats rejected a procedural measure related to the defense appropriations bill.
- The rejection by the Democrats led to Republicans failing to advance the defense appropriations bill.
- This development occurred amidst ongoing negotiations to end a government shutdown.
- Thune implied that the influence of more progressive members within the Democratic Party played a role in the decision to vote against the measure.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/thune-torches-senate-dems-for-allowing-far-left-lawmakers-hijack-party)
