Democrat Cory Booker Sets Record With 25-Hour Senate Speech, An All-Nighter

Democratic Senator Cory Booker set a historic record with a 25-hour, 5-minute continuous speech on the Senate floor, breaking segregationist Strom Thurmond’s 68-year-old record. Booker protested President Trump’s agenda, including cuts to Social Security offices, while fellow Democrats provided support by asking questions. Though physically exhausted, Booker persisted to demonstrate Democratic resistance, drawing significant attention from colleagues and the public.READ FULL