GOP Plans Push for Voter ID and Citizenship Proof Laws in Unified Government
Republicans aim to advance the ACE and SAVE Acts under President-elect Trump, sparking debates on voting access and election integrity.
- The incoming Republican-controlled Congress and White House are prioritizing the American Confidence in Elections (ACE) Act and the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act.
- The ACE Act proposes comprehensive election reforms, including voter ID requirements, while the SAVE Act mandates proof of citizenship to register for federal elections.
- Republicans argue these measures will bolster election integrity and public trust, citing concerns over noncitizen voting despite its rarity.
- Democrats criticize the bills as restrictive, claiming they could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters, particularly those lacking access to citizenship documents.
- Despite GOP control, the narrow majorities in Congress and potential Democratic opposition pose challenges to passing the legislation.