In a significant blow to President Donald Trump, Senate Republicans on Wednesday rejected his appeal to terminate the filibuster amid the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. The move marks a rare defiance by Trump's own party, which has largely supported his agenda until now.

During a breakfast at the White House, Trump urged Republican senators to end the filibuster to pass a bill restoring government operations and push for election reforms. However, Senate Majority Leader John Thune and other Republicans were quick to dismiss the idea, emphasizing the need to preserve Senate tradition.

The debate over the filibuster is a part of a larger political battle, with the president facing waning popularity and recent Democratic victories. Despite pressure from Trump, many Republicans

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