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Thune Pushes Controversial SAVE America Act Amid Debate

3/21/2026

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Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) champions the SAVE America Act during a Senate debate, a measure backed by U.S. President Donald Trump.
The bill would require proof of U.S. citizenship to vote, raising concerns about voter accessibility.
Republicans seek to tie social issues to the bill.
Democrats say the amendments are unrelated to election security.
Thune plans to press the debate as the Senate moves to a Homeland Security nomination.

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Story summary

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) champions the SAVE America Act during a Senate debate, a measure backed by U.S. President Donald Trump.
The bill would require proof of U.S. citizenship to vote, raising concerns about voter accessibility.
Republicans seek to tie social issues to the bill.
Democrats say the amendments are unrelated to election security.
Thune plans to press the debate as the Senate moves to a Homeland Security nomination.