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Republicans Unite for Controversial Voter ID Bill Amid Criticism

2/17/2026

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House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) criticized Democrats opposing the SAVE America Act, which would require photo ID to vote.
The bill passed the House with unanimous Republican support and one Democrat voting in favor.
Democratic leaders labeled the measure voter suppression.
Jeffries raised concerns about a provision to remove illegal immigrants from voter rolls.
A Pew Research poll in August 2025 shows 83% support for voter IDs.

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House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) criticized Democrats opposing the SAVE America Act, which would require photo ID to vote.
The bill passed the House with unanimous Republican support and one Democrat voting in favor.
Democratic leaders labeled the measure voter suppression.
Jeffries raised concerns about a provision to remove illegal immigrants from voter rolls.
A Pew Research poll in August 2025 shows 83% support for voter IDs.