Republicans Take Aim at Noncitizen Voting with SAVE Act Passage

The House of Representatives has passed the SAVE Act, legislation aimed at preventing illegal immigrants from voting in U.S. elections. The measure has drawn praise from conservatives but faces an uncertain future in the Senate.

In Ohio, Secretary of State Frank LaRose is leading an effort to remove noncitizens from the state's voter rolls. This move comes amid growing concerns about the integrity of elections and the potential for noncitizens to influence outcomes.

On Wednesday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the SAVE Act, a bill co-sponsored by Republican Congresswoman Claudia Tenney of New York. The legislation aims to prevent illegal immigrants from voting by requiring voters to provide proof of citizenship.

Republicans Take Aim at Noncitizen Voting with SAVE Act Passage

Congresswoman Tenney, the chair of the House Election Integrity Caucus, defended the SAVE Act, arguing that it is necessary to ensure that only citizens vote in U.S. elections. "American elections are for American citizens," she said.

Democratic leadership urged its members to vote against the SAVE Act, arguing that it would place an undue burden on American citizens. They also expressed concern that it would undermine the right to vote for immigrants and naturalized citizens.

Republicans Take Aim at Noncitizen Voting with SAVE Act Passage

Conservatives praised the passage of the SAVE Act, calling it a victory for election integrity. Heritage Action for America Executive Vice President Ryan Walker said the vote was "a victory for every single American."

The future of the SAVE Act in the Senate is uncertain. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, a Democrat, has not indicated whether he will bring the measure to the floor for a vote.

Republicans Take Aim at Noncitizen Voting with SAVE Act Passage

In a related development, a group of Republican lawmakers are demanding answers from a top Michigan official over suspected pro-Democrat electioneering. They allege that Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has taken actions that could undermine the integrity of the state's elections.

Former President Donald Trump has begun to form voter fraud squads to investigate alleged irregularities in past elections and prepare for future ones. These squads are part of Trump's ongoing efforts to challenge the legitimacy of the 2020 presidential election, which he falsely claims was stolen from him.

Republicans Take Aim at Noncitizen Voting with SAVE Act Passage

In response to inquiries from Fox News Digital, Schumer's office did not provide immediate comment.

The passage of the SAVE Act by the House of Representatives is a significant step in the ongoing debate over election integrity. However, the measure faces an uncertain future in the Senate, and it remains to be seen whether it will become law.