Sen. Hawley Backs Trump's Filibuster Reform Amid Government Shutdown Crisis In a bold move, Sen. Josh Hawley supports President Trump's call to eliminate the Senate filibuster during the ongoing government shutdown. Hawley argues that this reform is crucial to swiftly provide food assistance to 42 million SNAP recipients facing a humanitarian crisis. Prioritizing aid for veterans, children, and other vulnerable groups, he warns that prolonged obstruction harms everyday Americans more than politi