Apr 02 (V7N) - This report highlights an extraordinary moment in U.S. Senate history, where Senator Cory Booker delivered a record-breaking 25-hour speech in protest against President Donald Trump's policies. His speech resonated beyond the chamber, serving as a rallying call for Democrats facing the administration’s sweeping changes.

Booker's address, while not a formal filibuster, was a symbolic act of defiance against what he called unconstitutional overreach by Trump and his advisor, Elon Musk. He decried cuts to government programs and attacks on democratic institutions, urging Americans to resist.

The grueling speech, surpassing Strom Thurmond's infamous 1957 filibuster against civil rights, required Booker to forgo food and water to stay on his feet. His resolve, despite physical strain, underscored his commitment to protecting democratic principles.

His closing words—"the power of the people is greater than the people in power"—captured the essence of his protest, reinforcing the belief that civic engagement remains a crucial check against governmental overreach.

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