Trump Border Emergency Vote Likely Next Week in Senate, Thune Says

The transcript discusses the President's emergency declaration for building a wall on the southern border. It covers Congress's likely passage of a resolution to interfere with the declaration, the challenges of overriding a presidential veto, and the potential for litigation. The Senate is expected to vote on the matter soon, with concerns about setting a precedent for future presidents. Despite differing opinions on the approach, there is consensus on the need to address the border emergency and provide resources.

What is the main issue discussed in the first section regarding the President's declaration?

• The declaration of a national holiday

• The President's decision to increase taxes

• The declaration of an emergency to build a wall on the southern border

• The President's plan to build a new school

What is the expected outcome of the Senate vote on the resolution?

• The resolution will be ignored by the Senate

• The resolution will pass with a veto-proof majority

• The resolution will not pass in the Senate

• The resolution will pass but not with a veto-proof majority

What is a concern mentioned about setting a precedent for future presidents?

• Future presidents might declare emergencies for issues not agreed upon

• Future presidents will have less power

• Future presidents will have to follow the same policies

• Future presidents will not be able to declare emergencies

What do Republican senators agree on regarding the border?

• The border situation is not a priority

• There is no emergency at the border

• The emergency at the border is a myth

• There is an emergency at the border that needs addressing

What is the main question discussed in the final section?

• How to declare a national holiday

• How to build a new school

• How to resource and resolve the border emergency

• How to increase taxes