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Thune Pushes Voter ID Bill Amid Midterm Tensions

2/22/2026

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  • Senate Majority Leader John Thune called for a vote on the SAVE Act, a voter ID bill backed by 50 Republicans, as midterm elections approach.
  • U.S. President Donald Trump says the bill will pass and supports a traditional talking filibuster to force Democrats to defend their stance.
  • However, concerns have arisen that prolonged debate and politically challenging amendments could complicate the bill's passage.