Trump to meet Senate Republicans amid growing party tensions over priorities
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President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Republican senators Wednesday in a closed-door session amid rising frustration within the party over its legislative focus ahead of the fall midterm elections. The meeting comes as divides over what issues to prioritize have tested the relationship between Trump and Senate Majority Leader John Thune. Senators on both sides of the divide expressed hope that the gathering would produce unity, though it remains unclear whether the tensions will be resolved. The meeting marks Trump’s first appearance at the Senate GOP luncheon in more than a year, according to a report.
What’s verified
President Trump is meeting with Senate Republicans in a closed-door luncheon.
Frustration within the party over priorities has grown ahead of the midterm elections.
The relationship between Trump and Senate Majority Leader John Thune is under strain.
Not yet confirmed
Specific details about Trump’s proof-of-citizenship voting bill, the SAVE America Act, and its status in the Senate appear in only one source.
Reports that Trump delayed a nominee for national intelligence director and is blocking a key surveillance law renewal come from a single source.
The Iran war and a potential agreement to end it were discussed by only one source.
Whether Trump will face direct questions from senators about these issues was not confirmed by both reports.
Key figures
President Donald Trump
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.)
Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas)
Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.)
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.)
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.)
Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah)
Sen. Mike Rounds (R-S.D.)
Sources: NPR, abcnews.com
