SAVE America Act Reaches Key Senate Vote Threshold

Republicans in the Senate gave new momentum to President Donald Trump's SAVE America Act during a latenight votearama on June 9, 2026, even though the measure remained blocked by the filibuster. The bill would require proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration, and GOP lawmakers tried twice to attach it to a larger immigration enforcement package. One version fell short after several Republicans joined Democrats in opposition, while a separate attempt reached 50 votes when Sen. Susan Collins switched to support the original language. Supporters, led by Sen. Mike Lee, said the result shows the bill still has a path forward, though Senate leaders remain cautious about the next steps. Majority Leader John Thune has not committed to using a talking filibuster or changing Senate rules, and Trump has continued pressing Republicans to push the measure through.