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SAVE America Act Faces Senate Stalemate Over Voting Rules

2/13/2026

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Republicans Challenge Voting

The SAVE America Act would require proof of citizenship and photo ID to vote.
It faces significant hurdles in the Senate.
Senate Republicans, including Majority Leader John Thune, say there are not enough votes to change filibuster rules.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski opposes the legislation, citing states' rights to regulate elections.
Sen. Jared Golden notes differences between this version and a previous bill he supported, suggesting limited Senate traction.

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McCormick Defends Voter ID

Rep. Rich McCormick criticized Democrats for opposing the SAVE America Act, claiming they support election fraud.
He argued that voter ID laws are common-sense protections and dismissed concerns about disenfranchisement as unfounded.
McCormick accused Democrats of prioritizing political power over election integrity, saying they "know they’re cheating."
He urged Senate Republicans to reconsider their opposition, asserting the legislation would prevail.

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Historical Context

The Voting Rights Act of 1965, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson during the civil rights movement, aimed to eliminate racial discrimination in voting, resulting in a surge of registered Black voters from 1 million in 1964 to 3 million by 1968. Recent proposals like the SAVE America Act reflect ongoing debates about voter access, echoing historical struggles for civil rights and electoral participation.

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Republicans Challenge Voting

The SAVE America Act would require proof of citizenship and photo ID to vote.
It faces significant hurdles in the Senate.
Senate Republicans, including Majority Leader John Thune, say there are not enough votes to change filibuster rules.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski opposes the legislation, citing states' rights to regulate elections.
Sen. Jared Golden notes differences between this version and a previous bill he supported, suggesting limited Senate traction.

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