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Senate GOP Divided Over Controversial SAVE America Act

2/27/2026

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Senate Republicans resist advancing the SAVE America Act by simple majority, arguing the measure is essential for election security.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune says outside influence will not dictate Senate operations.
Despite calls from House Republicans, Thune has not curtailed criticism of the bill.
Retiring Sen. Thom Tillis withdraws support over concerns about a talking filibuster and accuses proponents of mirroring Democratic tactics to bypass the 60-vote threshold.

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Senate Republicans resist advancing the SAVE America Act by simple majority, arguing the measure is essential for election security.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune says outside influence will not dictate Senate operations.
Despite calls from House Republicans, Thune has not curtailed criticism of the bill.
Retiring Sen. Thom Tillis withdraws support over concerns about a talking filibuster and accuses proponents of mirroring Democratic tactics to bypass the 60-vote threshold.