Dated, sourced statements and votes, and how they have changed.
Reviewed 2026-10-20: weekly refresh news search (same depth for both major candidates in the race).
Earlier (Statement, May 6, 2022): “He says he's not going to do away with it, and thank goodness for Joe, he's the most powerful Joe in D.C. right now.” Yellowhammer News, May 6, 2022
Later (Statement, Jun 2, 2026): “We need to nuke the filibuster right now. I'm with the president, and I'm with Coach.” 1819 News, Jun 3, 2026
In 2026 he said the reason was that Democrats would end it themselves when back in power.
House roll calls 2021–2026 (clerk.house.gov): opposite votes found only where the bill text changed between votes (e.g., House version vs. Senate amendment or conference report), which are not counted.
Quotes are as reported by each linked source. Sources checked Oct 19, 2026; weekly refresh Oct 20, 2026.
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