Burchett Torches Senate’s Midnight Shutdown Deal
Rep. Tim Burchett blasted Senate leaders for a late-night funding deal and their refusal to move the SAVE Act, arguing the chamber is stuck in the same old Capitol Hill routine.
Kennedy Wants SAVE Act Fast-Tracked
Sen. John Kennedy urges Republicans to use budget reconciliation to pass the SAVE America Act with a simple majority, sparking a fight over rules, the parliamentarian, and political math.
Pass the SAVE Act? Senate Keeps Stalling
A political tug of war over the SAVE America Act has turned into a test of priorities. Lawmakers argue about voter ID, turnout and trust while the Senate grinds toward gridlock.
McConnell Blocks Voter ID Bill. What Gives?
Senate Republican leader has kept the SAVE Act off the floor. Supporters call it voter ID reform. Critics call it political theater. Here is what we know.
Trump Blasts Democrats Over Voter ID Fight
President Trump blamed Senate Democrats for a partial government shutdown and for blocking a bill that would require voter ID and proof of citizenship. He said Democrats oppose the measure because it would cost them elections. The bill faces a steep climb in the Senate and the shutdown is already disrupting some federal services.