Capitol agenda: Thune tries to teach Trump Senate math

John Thune faces pressure from President Donald Trump to advance a third GOP bill before summer recess but lacks the 50 Senate votes needed to pass the budget plan. The election security bill (SAVE America Act), a key component of the agenda, may be diluted to secure support, while Senate Republicans express skepticism over military spending and procedural challenges. The Senate Judiciary delayed advancing Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination due to unresolved concerns.