Trump pushes SAVE America Act amid election‑security claims

President Donald Trump delivered a televised address warning that the U.S. election system is vulnerable, accusing China of stealing data on millions of American voters and citing other foreign threats. He called for Congress to pass the SAVE America Act, which would require voters to present a valid photo ID and proof of citizenship and would restrict mail‑in ballots. Trump announced the declassification of intelligence documents to support his claims and urged the public to pressure their representatives.

Republican lawmakers are linking the SAVE Act to a large spending package and a reconciliation bill, hoping to bypass the Senate filibuster. A $50 million federal grant program has been proposed to help states issue REAL ID‑compliant IDs, further supporting the voter‑ID push. The initiative has been highlighted in media commentary, including a comparison to Olive Garden’s non‑transferable “Never‑Ending Pasta Pass,” which also requires photo ID.

Despite House efforts, the Senate has so far blocked the legislation, leaving the future of the voter‑ID reforms uncertain.