Trump Made Save Act Ultimatum, Senate Leaves It Unanswered
Summary
President Donald Trump has said he will not sign a major housing affordability bill until Congress passes the SAVE America Act, which focuses on voter ID laws. The Senate will not consider the SAVE Act before mid-July due to an agreed recess.Key Facts
- The 21st Century Road to Housing Act passed the Senate 85-5 and the House 358-32, aiming to lower housing costs.
- President Trump canceled the bill signing event, demanding the passage of the SAVE America Act first.
- The SAVE America Act would add stronger voter ID requirements.
- Critics say the SAVE Act could exclude many Americans from voting.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune arranged a recess until July 13, with no votes or debates planned before then.
- Some senators, including Senator Mike Lee, are frustrated the SAVE Act is delayed.
- Senator Elizabeth Warren called Trump’s veto decision surprising and harmful to families.
- Senate Republicans hope President Trump will eventually sign the housing bill.
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