Sen. Cory Booker's Senate Floor Speech Against Trump Administration Policies
Sen. Cory Booker delivered a nonstop speech on the Senate floor protesting the Trump administration's policies, covering a wide range of topics including healthcare, immigration, and free speech, among others.
Key Points
- Booker's speech addresses a range of critical issues affecting Americans
- The use of filibusters is a time-honored tradition in the Senate
- Booker's speech is not technically a filibuster as he is not blocking a specific bill or nominee
Pros
- Highlighting urgent issues facing the nation
- Drawing attention to the need for action and 'good trouble'
- Exercising the right to speak out against policies affecting Americans
Cons
- May disrupt official Senate business if it continues past noon