President Trump added the SAVE America Act to the $350 billion Department of War reconciliation package and ordered Republicans in Congress to immediately pass it - it only needs a simple majority to pass.
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The SAVE America Act, will require proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote and photo identification at the polls.
The president said the package was essential to strengthening national defense while making sure elections can't be stolen for future generations.
President Trump said it must be passed without games, delays, or weak compromises.
He also called on Senate Majority Leader John Thune to remove Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough so she cannot block the provisions through procedural rulings - something that is in Thune's power to do.
86% of Americans, both Democrat and Republican are in favor of the SAVE act, which requires:
Documentary proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a birth certificate or passport, required to register for federal elections.
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Photo identification mandated to cast a ballot.
Limits on mail-in ballots, allowed mainly for cases of illness, disability, military service, or travel.
These rules target non-citizen voting.
As of June 9, 2026, Senate leaders including McConnell and Collins have signaled resistance to advancing a third reconciliation bill for defense funding.
This creates a clear test: whether Republicans will deliver the full defense boost and the SAVE America Act or allow internal divisions and Senate rules to limit both.
President Trump has made his position unmistakable — pass the entire package now, remove obstacles, and protect the country without further delay.
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