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Senator Tuberville Demands Removal of Senate Parliamentarian

6/28/2025

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Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville is demanding the removal of Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough, claiming she sabotaged President Trump's budget by eliminating crucial Medicaid reforms. Tuberville's frustration highlights a growing rift, yet Senate Majority Leader John Thune intends to move forward without contesting MacDonough's decisions, despite facing nearly 50 unfavorable rulings.

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Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville is demanding the removal of Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough, claiming she sabotaged President Trump's budget by eliminating crucial Medicaid reforms. Tuberville's frustration highlights a growing rift, yet Senate Majority Leader John Thune intends to move forward without contesting MacDonough's decisions, despite facing nearly 50 unfavorable rulings.