Donald Trump cancels signing of bipartisan housing bill over voter‑suppression demands

President Donald Trump refused to sign the bipartisan 21st Century Road to Housing Act, which had passed the Senate with 85 votes and was supported by both Democrats and Republicans. He announced via Truth Social that he would not sign the bill unless Congress first passed the SAVE Act, a measure criticized for restricting voting rights. Arizona Democratic Representative Yassamin Ansari issued a statement saying, "Housing affordability remains one of the most urgent challenges facing Arizonans… This bill … is an important step towards expanding access to affordable housing," and criticized Trump’s decision. Senator Mark Kelly also condemned the cancellation, noting the bill would cut red tape, build more homes, and curb hedge‑fund purchases of single‑family homes. The move drew sharp rebuke from several Arizona lawmakers who said the president was prioritising political leverage over the needs of families seeking affordable housing.