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House Republicans have put forth a proposed law that would require individuals to show proof of being a United States citizen before being allowed to participate in American elections. The legislation is intended to guard against non-citizens influencing the outcome of federal elections and would apply even in states that currently do not have any restrictions on registering non-citizens or illegal aliens to vote.
New Bill Would Issue Additional Requirement to Vote
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Senate Republicans have also introduced the same proposed law and are encouraging Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to consider it for discussion and, eventually, a vote on the Senate floor.
One senator remarked that U.S. citizenship is special and foreigners should not have any say in American elections. Another senator highlighted the issue of improper registration of non-citizens and illegal immigrants for voting, emphasizing the need to prevent foreign interference in elections by passing the legislation.
The SAVE Act, as it is known, is designed to ensure that only U.S. citizens are able to participate in federal elections. The sponsors of the bill argue that this should not be a contentious issue and that safeguarding the integrity of the voting process is crucial, particularly in the current climate.
The proposed legislation has faced opposition from Democrats, who argue that it is unnecessary.
