Cory Booker Delivers 19-Hour Senate Speech Against Trump Cuts

Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey delivered a marathon speech lasting over 19 hours on the Senate floor to protest President Donald Trump's policies, particularly targeting cuts from the Department of Government Efficiency, led by Trump adviser Elon Musk. Throughout his address, which began on Monday evening, Booker emphasized the urgent threats to American democracy and social safety nets, arguing that the country is in crisis. He recounted letters from constituents expressing alarm over proposed cuts to Social Security and the potential for broader reductions affecting vital services. Booker’s efforts were framed as a means to amplify the voices of Americans suffering due to these policies, stating that both Republicans and Democrats have reached out to his office with concerns. Other Democratic senators supported him during the speech, which, while not officially classified as a filibuster, aimed to disrupt Senate proceedings. Booker’s speech is noted for its endurance and commitment to raising awareness about the impacts of the Trump administration's actions.