House Republicans are moving forward with a controversial bill that critics say is a backdoor attempt at voter suppression. The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act would require Americans to provide documentary proof of citizenship in person to register for federal elections.
However, it’s already illegal for noncitizens to vote, and data show voter fraud is exceedingly rare. Multiple audits, including those in Georgia and North Carolina, found only a few cases among millions of voters. So why introduce this bill? It aligns with a Trump-backed executive order and continues longstanding MAGA rhetoric on voter fraud.
The Brennan Center estimates this bill could prevent up to 21 million eligible citizens from registering—primarily those lacking easy access to required documents. Women who’ve changed their names due to marriage would face additional bureaucratic hurdles proving their identities. Additionally, the legislation would eliminate online and mail-in voter registration, disproportionately affecting rural voters who may need to drive hours just to register.
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