The SAVE America Act, aimed at voter ID and citizenship verification, has encountered significant obstacles in the Senate, particularly for Majority Leader John Thune.
• Bipartisan Resistance: A group of Republican senators, including Thom Tillis, Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, and Mitch McConnell, voted against a version of the SAVE Act during a crucial late-night session, aligning with Democrats to reject the legislation.
• Lack of Support: Despite efforts to advance the bill through a simple majority filibuster, it became clear that there was insufficient backing from the GOP to secure its passage.
• Collins’ Position: Senator Susan Collins has political motivations for her vote, as she is facing a challenging re-election against her opponent.
• Failed Amendment: The amendment to attach voter ID legislation failed with a vote of 48 to 50, highlighting the divisions within the Republican Party and the challenges in passing the SAVE Act.
The effort to pass the SAVE Act demonstrates the complexities and rivalries within the Senate, making it unlikely to progress without unified support from Republican lawmakers.
https://www.independentsentinel.com/this-is-why-thune-cant-get-the-save-act-passed/
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