Former president Donald Trump has instructed Republican Party members to not pass a temporary government funding resolution funding unless it includes the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. The Republican nominee revealed his condition in a post on Truth Social on Wednesday.
"If Republicans don't get the SAVE Act, and every ounce of it, they should not agree to a Continuing Resolution in any way, shape, or form," Trump said. He further accused Democrats of attempting to manipulate voter rolls.
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"THE DEMOCRATS ARE TRYING TO 'STUFF' VOTER REGISTRATIONS WITH ILLEGAL ALIENS. DON'T LET IT HAPPEN – CLOSE IT DOWN!!!." he wrote in all caps.
Speaker Mike Johnson put forward a plan, which calls for extending funding at current spending levels for six months, through March 2025. He linked it with the SAVE Act – Trump-backed legislation that requires citizens to show proof of citizenship to register to vote.
What Is The SAVE Act?
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The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act is a Donald Trump-backed legislation aimed at enhancing the security and integrity of the electoral system. It focuses on preventing non-citizens from voting in elections. The SAVE Act involves measures such as stricter voter identification requirements, improved verification processes, and increased oversight of voter rolls.
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Government Shutdown Threat Looms:
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Congress must pass the legislation before the start of the new fiscal year, which is October 1, to avoid a complete shutdown of the US government.