President Donald Trump canceled a planned signing ceremony for a bipartisan housing bill on June 24, 2026, before meeting with Senate Republicans at the Capitol. This decision indicates his unwillingness to compromise as he pressures GOP senators to pass his voting legislation. The housing bill aims to lower costs and increase supply, which Republicans hoped to promote to voters ahead of the November midterm elections. Trump stated on social media that he would not sign the housing legislation until the Senate passes his proposed SAVE AMERICA ACT, which requires proof of citizenship for all voters.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., noted that Trump’s decision was his own and expressed hope that the housing bill, which has been in development for a long time, would eventually be signed. The White House did not respond to inquiries about whether Trump would veto the housing bill. Trump's announcement surprised many, including House Republican leaders who were celebrating the passage of the housing measure at the time.
Tensions between Trump and Senate Republicans have escalated in recent weeks, with Trump blocking the confirmation of one of his nominees and pressuring senators on various issues. Some senators expressed concern that the party needs to unify to succeed in the upcoming elections. Thune has advised Trump that there are not enough votes to pass the voting bill, which has faced uniform opposition from Democrats. House Speaker Mike Johnson suggested a potential alternative approach to passing the voting bill through budget reconciliation, which would require a simple majority.