Senate Approves Trump’s SAVE America Act, Faces Democratic Filibuster Threat
The SAVE America Act, which mandates proof of citizenship for voter registration and overhauls voting laws, has garnered over 50 Republican votes in the Senate, passing the House with presidential support. However, the Senate’s 60-vote filibuster rule presents the primary obstacle to its enactment, as Democrats are expected to block any attempt to bypass it. While proponents aim to force a “talking filibuster” to exhaust opposition, this tactic is considered unlikely to succeed in overcoming the procedural hurdles. Opponents label the bill as disenfranchising, particularly for minority and poorer communities, while supporters argue it enhances election security and voter confidence through measures like in-person proof of citizenship and photo identification.
John Q. Hosedrinker