The SAVE America Act before the Senate.
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Left Critiques: Disenfranchisement and Motive
John summarizes left-leaning critiques, arguing the bill would disenfranchise voters and serve Trump's aims.
On Tuesday, the Senate voted 51–48 to begin debate on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, also known as the SAVE America Act. The bill would require citizens to present documentation confirming their citizenship when registering to vote and require photo identification to vote in federal elections. Tuesday’s vote formally initiates discussion of the bill on the Senate floor, a precursor to a potential final vote.
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