"The idea is to get it to the floor and discuss it and debate the merits of getting this done. Right now, it doesn't appear that we have the votes to pass the bill. All of the members in our caucus know that this is an impossible spot for Thune, and no one blames him for it."
"There will be an opportunity to introduce and debate amendments, and at some point, we will vote. The exact sequence is yet to be decided. Trump called for new rules on mail-in voting, as well as two unrelated provisions on transgender minors and transgender athletes."
Senate Majority Leader Thune is navigating pressure from Trump and MAGA supporters to advance the SAVE Act, which requires voter ID and proof of citizenship. Despite lacking votes to pass the bill or change filibuster rules to a simple majority, Thune plans to bring it to the floor for debate and amendments. Trump has criticized Thune's leadership, while most GOP colleagues sympathize with his difficult position. Senator Cornyn announced support for rule changes to pass the bill, seeking Trump's endorsement. The emerging strategy involves allowing amendments incorporating Trump's suggested changes on mail-in voting, transgender minors, and transgender athletes, with voting to occur at an undetermined point.
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