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Trump Urges National Voting Reforms Amid Filibuster Debates

2/7/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged Republicans to nationalize midterm elections and reform voting procedures in more than a dozen states.
Republican senators are debating filibuster reform to advance the SAVE Act, which would require proof of citizenship for voters.
Sen. Jerry Moran warns a standing filibuster could paralyze Senate operations.
In Kentucky, Sen. Danny Carroll calls for a toned-down immigration debate that balances compassion for immigrants with enforcing laws.

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged Republicans to nationalize midterm elections and reform voting procedures in more than a dozen states.
Republican senators are debating filibuster reform to advance the SAVE Act, which would require proof of citizenship for voters.
Sen. Jerry Moran warns a standing filibuster could paralyze Senate operations.
In Kentucky, Sen. Danny Carroll calls for a toned-down immigration debate that balances compassion for immigrants with enforcing laws.