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Trump Ties Surveillance, Housing to SAVE Act, Accelerates Nominees

7/13/2026

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President Donald Trump demanded surveillance renewal be tied to the SAVE America Act and refused to sign the housing bill until that act passes.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune set a rapid schedule for President Donald Trump's nominees, including a delayed hearing for Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence.
Insiders warned tensions could rise as President Donald Trump pushes a third budget reconciliation package and limits on birthright citizenship.

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President Donald Trump demanded surveillance renewal be tied to the SAVE America Act and refused to sign the housing bill until that act passes.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune set a rapid schedule for President Donald Trump's nominees, including a delayed hearing for Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence.
Insiders warned tensions could rise as President Donald Trump pushes a third budget reconciliation package and limits on birthright citizenship.