House Republicans Slam Senate for Dog Parade
Are they actually going to vote on something real?
A parade for dogs in the United States Capitol Complex has drawn backlash from House Republicans and conservative commentators demanding Senate action on a voter ID bill.
On Wednesday afternoon, Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., held a Mardi Gras-themed “Bipawtisan Doggi Gras Pawrade” in the Hart Senate Office Building.
Tillis, who is not seeking reelection in 2026, has held an annual dog parade for years, usually near Halloween. In 2025, however, Tillis canceled the October “Howl-o-ween” parade due to an ongoing federal government shutdown.
The reaction to Tillis’ 2026 parade from some circles was harsh.
“This is why the US Senate doesn’t have time to focus on the SAVE Act to secure elections for US Citizens and Voter ID,” wrote “Based Jessica” in an X post that has received over half a million views. “They had a Dog Parade today… They are useless.”
This is why the US Senate doesn't have time to focus on the SAVE Act to secure elections for US Citizens and Voter ID.
They had a Dog Parade today. Sen. Thom Tillis’ final dog parade featuring the dogs of Congress plus @BabydogJustice and owner @JimJustice_WV
They are useless.
— Based Jessica (@RealJessica) February 26, 2026
Several House Republicans, having advocated for aggressive Senate action on voter ID legislation, also criticized the parade held in the Hart building, which the Senate authorized with a resolution penned by Tillis.
“UNBELIEVABLE: @SenateGOP had time to pass a resolution for their dog parade this month,” wrote Rep. Mark Harris, R-N.C., Thursday on X. “But REFUSE to bring the SAVE America Act to the floor for debate. And they say they ‘don’t have time’ to save America.”
Rep. Keith Self, R-Texas, wrote, “@SenateGOP has time to pass resolutions to throw parades but not to secure our elections? Pathetic. DO BETTER. PASS THE SAVE AMERICA ACT.”
“Did they listen to [President Donald] Trump on Tuesday? There is work to do,” wrote Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., on X.
?UNBELIEVABLE: @SenateGOP had time to pass a resolution for their dog parade this month…
But REFUSE to bring the SAVE America Act to the floor for debate.
And they say they "don't have time" to save America.
— Rep. Mark Harris (@RepMarkHarrisNC) February 26, 2026
On Thursday, Tillis responded to the critics of the parade.
“They’re either sad cases or cat owners,” Tillis said of naysayers. “With all due respect, I like cats, but… come on, guys. My God. It was a 45-minute session. I can walk and chew gum at the same time. They should try it.”
The public scolding by some House Republicans is part of a larger pressure campaign on Senate Republicans to force a “talking filibuster” to pass the SAVE America Act.
In theory, this approach involves enforcing Senate rules so that Democrats would have to speak continuously if they wish to block the legislation that requires voter identification and proof of citizenship for participation in federal elections.
Proponents argue this approach is consistent with the Senate’s rules and could allow Republicans to overcome the typical 60-vote threshold required to end debate on bills.
Join us for the Doggi Gras Pawrade this …
Are they actually going to vote on something real?
A parade for dogs in the United States Capitol Complex has drawn backlash from House Republicans and conservative commentators demanding Senate action on a voter ID bill.
On Wednesday afternoon, Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., held a Mardi Gras-themed “Bipawtisan Doggi Gras Pawrade” in the Hart Senate Office Building.
Tillis, who is not seeking reelection in 2026, has held an annual dog parade for years, usually near Halloween. In 2025, however, Tillis canceled the October “Howl-o-ween” parade due to an ongoing federal government shutdown.
The reaction to Tillis’ 2026 parade from some circles was harsh.
“This is why the US Senate doesn’t have time to focus on the SAVE Act to secure elections for US Citizens and Voter ID,” wrote “Based Jessica” in an X post that has received over half a million views. “They had a Dog Parade today… They are useless.”
This is why the US Senate doesn't have time to focus on the SAVE Act to secure elections for US Citizens and Voter ID.
They had a Dog Parade today. Sen. Thom Tillis’ final dog parade featuring the dogs of Congress plus @BabydogJustice and owner @JimJustice_WV
They are useless.
— Based Jessica (@RealJessica) February 26, 2026
Several House Republicans, having advocated for aggressive Senate action on voter ID legislation, also criticized the parade held in the Hart building, which the Senate authorized with a resolution penned by Tillis.
“UNBELIEVABLE: @SenateGOP had time to pass a resolution for their dog parade this month,” wrote Rep. Mark Harris, R-N.C., Thursday on X. “But REFUSE to bring the SAVE America Act to the floor for debate. And they say they ‘don’t have time’ to save America.”
Rep. Keith Self, R-Texas, wrote, “@SenateGOP has time to pass resolutions to throw parades but not to secure our elections? Pathetic. DO BETTER. PASS THE SAVE AMERICA ACT.”
“Did they listen to [President Donald] Trump on Tuesday? There is work to do,” wrote Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., on X.
?UNBELIEVABLE: @SenateGOP had time to pass a resolution for their dog parade this month…
But REFUSE to bring the SAVE America Act to the floor for debate.
And they say they "don't have time" to save America.
— Rep. Mark Harris (@RepMarkHarrisNC) February 26, 2026
On Thursday, Tillis responded to the critics of the parade.
“They’re either sad cases or cat owners,” Tillis said of naysayers. “With all due respect, I like cats, but… come on, guys. My God. It was a 45-minute session. I can walk and chew gum at the same time. They should try it.”
The public scolding by some House Republicans is part of a larger pressure campaign on Senate Republicans to force a “talking filibuster” to pass the SAVE America Act.
In theory, this approach involves enforcing Senate rules so that Democrats would have to speak continuously if they wish to block the legislation that requires voter identification and proof of citizenship for participation in federal elections.
Proponents argue this approach is consistent with the Senate’s rules and could allow Republicans to overcome the typical 60-vote threshold required to end debate on bills.
Join us for the Doggi Gras Pawrade this …
House Republicans Slam Senate for Dog Parade
Are they actually going to vote on something real?
A parade for dogs in the United States Capitol Complex has drawn backlash from House Republicans and conservative commentators demanding Senate action on a voter ID bill.
On Wednesday afternoon, Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., held a Mardi Gras-themed “Bipawtisan Doggi Gras Pawrade” in the Hart Senate Office Building.
Tillis, who is not seeking reelection in 2026, has held an annual dog parade for years, usually near Halloween. In 2025, however, Tillis canceled the October “Howl-o-ween” parade due to an ongoing federal government shutdown.
The reaction to Tillis’ 2026 parade from some circles was harsh.
“This is why the US Senate doesn’t have time to focus on the SAVE Act to secure elections for US Citizens and Voter ID,” wrote “Based Jessica” in an X post that has received over half a million views. “They had a Dog Parade today… They are useless.”
This is why the US Senate doesn't have time to focus on the SAVE Act to secure elections for US Citizens and Voter ID.
They had a Dog Parade today. Sen. Thom Tillis’ final dog parade featuring the dogs of Congress plus @BabydogJustice and owner @JimJustice_WV
They are useless.
— Based Jessica (@RealJessica) February 26, 2026
Several House Republicans, having advocated for aggressive Senate action on voter ID legislation, also criticized the parade held in the Hart building, which the Senate authorized with a resolution penned by Tillis.
“UNBELIEVABLE: @SenateGOP had time to pass a resolution for their dog parade this month,” wrote Rep. Mark Harris, R-N.C., Thursday on X. “But REFUSE to bring the SAVE America Act to the floor for debate. And they say they ‘don’t have time’ to save America.”
Rep. Keith Self, R-Texas, wrote, “@SenateGOP has time to pass resolutions to throw parades but not to secure our elections? Pathetic. DO BETTER. PASS THE SAVE AMERICA ACT.”
“Did they listen to [President Donald] Trump on Tuesday? There is work to do,” wrote Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., on X.
?UNBELIEVABLE: @SenateGOP had time to pass a resolution for their dog parade this month…
But REFUSE to bring the SAVE America Act to the floor for debate.
And they say they "don't have time" to save America.
— Rep. Mark Harris (@RepMarkHarrisNC) February 26, 2026
On Thursday, Tillis responded to the critics of the parade.
“They’re either sad cases or cat owners,” Tillis said of naysayers. “With all due respect, I like cats, but… come on, guys. My God. It was a 45-minute session. I can walk and chew gum at the same time. They should try it.”
The public scolding by some House Republicans is part of a larger pressure campaign on Senate Republicans to force a “talking filibuster” to pass the SAVE America Act.
In theory, this approach involves enforcing Senate rules so that Democrats would have to speak continuously if they wish to block the legislation that requires voter identification and proof of citizenship for participation in federal elections.
Proponents argue this approach is consistent with the Senate’s rules and could allow Republicans to overcome the typical 60-vote threshold required to end debate on bills.
Join us for the Doggi Gras Pawrade this …
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