Trump Champions Secure Elections by Linking Voting Reform to Vital Defense Funding
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President Donald Trump called on House and Senate leaders to attach the SAVE America voting reform bill to a $350 billion defense spending package, aiming to safeguard both national security and election integrity before Congress adjourns for summer recess.
President Donald Trump has urged congressional leaders to make the passage of the SAVE America voting-reform bill and a crucial $350 billion Pentagon funding request a top priority, insisting that both measures are essential for protecting American freedom. Trump posted on social media, emphasizing that pairing much-needed election integrity reforms with full defense funding could be accomplished swiftly and would secure 'freedom for generations to come.'
House Speaker Mike Johnson announced he would make a final push for common-sense voting protections after the July 4 holiday, proposing to use the defense spending bill—moving through the budget reconciliation process—as the vehicle for these reforms. The legislation would require proof of citizenship to register and a photo ID to vote, long-overdue measures to ensure only eligible Americans participate in elections. By advancing the bill as part of the budget, Republicans can bypass the obstructionist Senate filibuster and pass these reforms with a simple majority.
Despite the importance of these reforms, some conservative members of the House have temporarily stalled proceedings, prompting Johnson to cancel votes and send lawmakers home before the holiday break. With Congress returning next week and a limited window before the summer recess, time is short to advance this critical package. The Senate will also need to approve the broader measure, though some moderates and fiscal conservatives may resist, putting the security of both our elections and our nation at risk.