Voter Eligibility in Federal Elections

Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) is introducing a 'beefed up' version of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act to ensure only U.S. citizens are voting in federal elections. The act expands proof-of-citizenship requirements.

Angela Merkel criticizes successor over border control and collaboration with AfD in Germany

Angela Merkel criticizes her successor for moving away from open borders and working with populist-right parties in Germany. She expresses disapproval of the party's shift towards enacting border controls and collaborating with the Alternative for Germany (AfD). Merkel maintains her stance on migration policies and distances herself from the rising popularity of the AfD.

Reintroduction of the SAVE Act to Prevent Noncitizen Voting

Republican lawmakers are reintroducing the SAVE Act to crack down on noncitizen voting in federal elections, requiring proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote.

The SAVE Act and Preventing Non-Citizens from Voting in Federal Elections

The SAVE Act aims to prevent non-citizens from voting in federal elections by implementing safeguards and requiring states to check for citizenship during voter registration. Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) emphasized the need for these measures due to existing loopholes allowing non-citizens to vote.

Verification of Citizenship Status for Voters

America First Legal sent letters to all 50 states urging election officials to verify citizenship status of individuals registered to vote, citing federal statutes 8 U.S.C. § 1373 and 8 U.S.C. § 1644.

Joint Press Conference on Election Integrity and Border Security

Former President Donald Trump and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson appeared together for a joint press conference in Palm Beach, Florida, to promote an election integrity bill. They emphasized the need for border security and proof of citizenship to vote in federal elections.