Harris Reiterates Call to End Filibuster

Vice President Kamala Harris has reiterated her support for ending the Senate filibuster to codify Roe v. Wade, which has led to significant controversy. This stance has prompted Senator Joe Manchin, a former Democrat now registered as an Independent, to withhold his endorsement of Harris, arguing that eliminating the filibuster would destabilize the Senate and the country. Manchin emphasized the filibuster as crucial for bipartisan cooperation and democracy. Harris' proposal is seen by some Democrats as necessary to protect abortion rights, while others are wary of the potential for future partisan misuse. Harris' campaign has not clarified her stance on additional filibuster carve-outs or other policies from her 2019 presidential run. The debate over the filibuster highlights larger issues of democratic representation and legislative gridlock in the U.S. Senate.