This podcast episode focuses on the story of Senator Tommy Tuberville, who has blocked hundreds of military promotions in protest against the Biden administration's abortion policy. His actions have highlighted the arcane rules of the Senate and the outsized influence individual senators can wield. The blockade has raised concerns among military leaders and is causing a backlog of unpromoted commanders, impacting national security and readiness. Despite bipartisan support, the House's inclusion of unrelated social issues has created a deep divide and jeopardized the military's budget. The Senate is exploring alternative strategies to bypass the blockade, but the far-right Republicans' stance poses a significant challenge to the traditional bipartisan approach.
