Senator John Thune and the Senate leadership have opted for an extended break, causing frustration among those who support the America First agenda.
Senator John Thune is criticized for postponing genuine Senate work by scheduling a 37-day vacation for the Senate.
During this break, Thune plans to hold 11 "pro forma" sessions, which involve a single senator gaveling in and out without any legislative work occurring.
The first pro forma session is set for August 10, with subsequent sessions spread throughout the recess.
A "pro forma" session is described as a sham, as no votes or debates take place during these brief meetings.
The sessions are designed to prevent the Senate from reaching a recess of ten days or more, which would allow President Trump to make recess appointments.
This strategy serves to block Trump's constitutional power to fill vacant positions, marking a noteworthy obstruction by a Republican-controlled Senate.
The decision to take an extended recess with minimal legislative activity appears to be a tactic by Senate leadership to limit President Trump's authority during his time in office. The recurring pro forma sessions highlight ongoing political maneuvers within the Senate.
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/08/betrayal-swamp-useless-john-thune-sends-senate-home/
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