Border Senator Claims No Evidence of Illegal Immigrant Voting

Democratic Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona has asserted that there is no evidence to support the claim that illegal immigrants vote in U.S. elections, casting doubt on the necessity of a proposed bill that would require proof of citizenship for voter registration.

Amidst political debates surrounding the issue of illegal immigration and its potential impact on election integrity, Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona has made a bold claim: there is no evidence to suggest that illegal immigrants are actively voting in U.S. elections. This statement serves as a direct challenge to the rationale behind a bill proposed by conservative Republicans, which seeks to mandate proof of citizenship for voter registration.

The proposed Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act has been gaining traction among conservative members of Congress and has been endorsed by former President Donald Trump. Proponents of the bill argue that it is necessary to prevent noncitizens from potentially manipulating the electoral process. However, Senator Kelly's assertion casts doubt on the validity of this claim.

Border Senator Claims No Evidence of Illegal Immigrant Voting

"There is no evidence of widespread voter fraud, and there is no evidence that undocumented immigrants are voting," Kelly stated.

Kelly's comments add weight to a growing chorus of voices questioning the validity of the SAVE Act. The Biden-Harris administration has previously released a statement expressing opposition to the bill, emphasizing that it is already illegal for noncitizens to vote and that there is no evidence to suggest a significant problem with illegal voting.

Border Senator Claims No Evidence of Illegal Immigrant Voting

Despite the opposition from the Biden administration and Democratic lawmakers, proponents of the SAVE Act remain determined to see it included in a must-pass stopgap spending bill at the end of the month. They argue that such a move would force Senate Democrats to vote on the bill and take a public stance on the issue.

However, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has indicated that he is unwilling to acquiesce to the demands of conservative Republicans. Schumer has emphasized that any spending bill must be passed in a bipartisan manner, and the inclusion of the SAVE Act would likely face significant resistance from Democratic lawmakers.

Border Senator Claims No Evidence of Illegal Immigrant Voting

The SAVE Act has faced criticism not only from Democrats but also from election experts who have expressed doubts about its effectiveness in combating potential voter fraud. They argue that the bill is unnecessary because there is no evidence to support the claim that illegal immigrants are voting in significant numbers, and that it may lead to disenfranchisement of eligible voters.

Despite the controversy surrounding the SAVE Act, supporters remain hopeful that it will ultimately be included in the spending bill. They believe that it is a commonsense measure that will ensure the integrity of the electoral process.

Border Senator Claims No Evidence of Illegal Immigrant Voting

However, the bill's opponents are equally determined to block its passage. They argue that it is an unnecessary and discriminatory measure that would likely make it more difficult for eligible voters to cast their ballots.

The fate of the SAVE Act remains uncertain, and its inclusion in the spending bill could have significant implications for the upcoming midterm elections and beyond. The debate is likely to intensify in the coming weeks as lawmakers attempt to reach a consensus on the spending bill and the potential inclusion of the controversial voting measure.

Border Senator Claims No Evidence of Illegal Immigrant Voting