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Trump calls on Thune to fire Senate parliamentarian to pass SAVE America Act

Trump calls on Thune to fire Senate parliamentarian to pass SAVE America Act

Summary

President Donald Trump asked Senate Majority Leader John Thune to remove Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough. He wants this done so Republicans can pass the SAVE America Act, a law that would require voters to prove their citizenship and show a photo ID to vote.

Key Facts

  • President Trump requested the firing of Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough.
  • Senate Majority Leader John Thune is the person Trump addressed.
  • The goal is to pass the SAVE America Act.
  • The SAVE America Act would require voters to prove citizenship when registering.
  • It would also require showing a photo ID when voting.
  • The parliamentarian’s role involves advising the Senate on rules and procedures.
  • Removing the parliamentarian is seen as a step to avoid procedural obstacles.
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