Senate kicks off marathon floor fight over Trump-backed voter verification act

The Senate opened a lengthy floor debate on the Trump‑backed SAVE America Act, which would require proof of citizenship to register and photo ID to vote. Despite a narrow 51–48 advance vote and Murkowski siding with Democrats, the bill has little chance of passage in a 60‑vote‑required Senate. Republicans plan an extended debate with amendments, while Democrats argue the measure would purge rolls and suppress turnout. The showdown underscores Trump’s push to priority the voting‑rigor proposals ahead of the midterms.