President Donald Trump is escalating his frustration with Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD), according to a Republican operative.Trump's anger stems from the Senate's inability to pass his SAVE America Act, a package of voter restriction measures, as well as broader legislative gridlock.

The operative notes that Trump recognizes he cannot secure the necessary votes to pass these bills, despite his public efforts to pressure Senate Republicans.Key senators like Murkowski, McConnell, Tillis, and Collins—many of whom Trump has previously criticized—now face his demands for support.The situation highlights Trump's tendency to blame others when he cannot achieve his goals.

Thune, already at odds with Trump, has also resisted House GOP leader Mike Johnson's reconciliation bill, which includes $60 billion for Trump's Iran policy, until a broader spending agreement is reached.This conflict underscores the deepening tensions within the Republican Party as Trump's influence wanes and legislative challenges mount.