Republicans add to pressure on Senate majority leader after Trump voter ID bill call – US politics live
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Republicans are increasing pressure on Senate Majority Leader John Thune to alter Senate rules to force a vote on the "Save America Act," a bill championed by Donald Trump that would significantly change election laws. Trump has stated he won't sign other legislation until this bill reaches his desk. The proposed legislation includes stricter voter ID requirements, proof of citizenship for registration, federal oversight of voter rolls, and allowing private lawsuits against election officials. Senators Cornyn and Johnson have suggested weakening or eliminating the filibuster to pass the bill, which currently lacks the 60 votes needed to overcome it in the Senate. Thune plans to bring the bill to a vote next week, despite the expected failure due to the filibuster rule.
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