SAVE America Act-How to Force the Dems' Hand plus Bringing the Receipts on Somali Fraud & Major Victory Stopping Sex-Change Surgeries for Kids

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Feb 6, 2026

Discussion of the SAVE America Act, focusing on voter ID requirements and tactics to overcome Senate hurdles. Claims about ballot harvesting and voter fraud risks. A hearing alleging large-scale Somali welfare fraud in Minnesota and links to misuse of funds. Medical organizations reportedly reversing course on gender‑affirming surgeries for minors.

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Broad Support For Voter ID

Polling shows broad bipartisan support for photo ID to vote, with majorities across racial groups and parties.
Ted Cruz argues Democratic leadership opposes it politically despite base support.

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Carter‑Baker Recommendations Reversed

The Carter‑Baker Commission recommended limiting mail‑in ballots, requiring photo ID, and banning ballot harvesting to reduce fraud.
Cruz says Democrats have reversed those recommendations, favoring policies he argues increase fraud.

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Disproportionate Welfare Rates Reported

Cruz presented startling welfare participation statistics for Minnesota's Somali households, far above state averages.
He links concentrated benefits to political sensitivity given Somali voters' heavy Democratic support.

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1. SAVE America Act (Election Law & Voter ID)

Core Argument

The SAVE America Act would:
- Require proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote
- Require photo ID to vote
Democrats are portrayed as unanimously opposed, preventing passage due to the Senate’s 60‑vote threshold.

Strategic Claim

Cruz argues Republicans should:
- Force a “real” filibuster (continuous floor speeches)
- Make Democratic opposition politically and physically costly
He frames Democratic resistance as intentional rather than procedural.

Public Opinion Framing

Polling is cited (CNN, Pew) to claim:
- Broad bipartisan and multiracial support for voter ID
Democratic leadership (especially Chuck Schumer) is accused of ignoring their own voters.

2. Voter Fraud & Ballot Harvesting

Claims Presented

Ballot harvesting is described as:
- A system that enables fraud, especially among elderly or vulnerable populations
Democrats are accused of:
- Supporting policies that increase fraud opportunities
- Reversing recommendations from the Carter–Baker Commission

There is justification for:
- Photo ID laws
- Restrictions on mail-in voting
- Limits on third-party ballot collection

3. Somali Welfare Fraud in Minnesota

Central Allegation

Massive welfare fraud in Minnesota tied to programs serving the Somali immigrant community.
Figures cited include:
- Up to half of $18 billion in welfare spending allegedly lost to fraud
- Disproportionately high welfare participation rates among Somali households

Democratic state officials are accused of:
- Knowing about the fraud
- Allowing it to continue for political gain
- Silencing whistleblowers

- Stolen welfare funds indirectly finance al‑Shabab, a terrorist organization

4. Medical Policy Shift on Gender Surgeries for Minors

Key Development

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Medical Association are described as:
- Reversing prior support for “gender‑affirming surgeries” for minors
- Now recommending deferral until adulthood

Causal Explanation

The reversal is attributed to:
- A high‑profile malpractice lawsuit by a detransitioner
- Legal and financial risk to medical institution

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