Friction between Trump and Republican senators is growing before the pivotal midterm elections

President Donald Trump and Senate Republicans face growing tensions as Trump delays a nominee's confirmation and demands changes to a surveillance law renewal, prompting public criticism from senators. Republican senators, including Bill Cassidy and Thom Tillis, have openly criticized Trump's Iran war deal and voting legislation, marking a shift from earlier close collaboration. The rift has stalled Senate business and pressured Senate Majority Leader John Thune to resist Trump's demands on the SAVE America Act.