Senate expected to take up voter ID bill opposed by Democrats – US politics live

The US Senate is expected to take up a voter ID bill that requires proof of US citizenship for new voters, despite opposition from Democrats. The Save America Act, also known as the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, was passed by the House earlier this year but faces steep odds in the Senate due to the filibuster rule requiring 60 votes to move forward. Republican senators are under pressure to lift the filibuster, while Democrats plan to block its passage. The bill would introduce new requirements for voters to prove their citizenship, including presenting approved identification at polling stations. US President Trump has expressed support for the legislation, stating that all voters must show proof of citizenship in order to vote. The bill's introduction comes as voting rights advocates warn it could prevent millions of Americans from casting ballots.

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