"President Trump Stirs Controversy with Call to Oust Senate Parliamentarian. In a surprise move, President Trump has publicly urged Senate Majority Leader John Thune to remove Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough from her position, citing her role in blocking the passage of the SAVE America Act. The contentious bill, which aims to tighten voter identification requirements, has been a key priority for Senate Republicans, but MacDonough's guidance has thus far prevented its passage under the current Senate rules. Trump's call to action has sparked concerns about the politicization of the parliamentarian's role and the potential implications for the Senate's ability to function impartially."
President Trump on Monday called on Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) to “immediately fire” Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough to clear the way for Senate Republicans to pass the SAVE America Act, which would require proof of citizenship to register to vote and photo ID to cast a ballot. “Senate Majority Leader John Thune should...