Under pressure from Trump, Republicans plan long talkathon on voting bill - AP News
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Republicans are planning an extended floor debate on a voting bill following pressure from Trump. The lengthy discussion represents the GOP's strategy to delay or oppose the legislation through procedural tactics.
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