Senate Republicans are running out of time to prove they can actually govern
Senate Republicans are facing pressure to deliver on their promises regarding immigration enforcement funding. With a reconciliation bill at stake, divisions within the party could hinder their ability to govern effectively. The outcome of this legislative effort will significantly impact public perception of the GOP's capability to address pressing issues.
- ▪Senate Republicans are struggling to unite around a reconciliation bill that includes critical funding for immigration enforcement.
- ▪North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis has publicly opposed the bill, highlighting divisions within the party.
- ▪The political stakes are high, as failure to deliver on promises could lead voters to question the GOP's effectiveness.
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Opinion Senate Republicans are running out of time to prove they can actually govern Sen. Tillis opposes the reconciliation bill as the GOP faces a litmus test on converting its electoral mandate into action By Mehek Cooke Fox News Published May 21, 2026 7:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Senate Republicans narrowly block Democrats' effort to end Iran conflict Fox News' Alex Hogan reports on President Donald Trump’s return from China with new trade wins as Senate Republicans narrowly blocked an effort to curb the president's war powers. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Republicans spent the last four years convincing voters they understood the stakes at the southern border as they fought to return to power.
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