Trump urges House Republicans to pass America Save Act linked to budget

President Donald Trump is pressuring House Republicans to support a federal budget resolution that includes the America Save Act, a controversial election law. In a post on Truth Social, Trump called on Republicans to "unite and fight for the America Save Act" by voting for the budget resolution this week. The law would require photo identification, proof of citizenship, and nearly eliminate mail-in ballots, which Trump described as "corrupt."

The America Save Act has already passed the House but stalled in the Senate due to Democratic opposition. By attaching it to a budget bill, Republican leaders hope to force Democrats to either support the package or risk a government shutdown. House Speaker Mike Johnson has incorporated the measure into the budget legislation.

• Key provisions: Voter ID, proof of citizenship, and restrictions on mail-in ballots, with exceptions for illness, disability, military service, or travel. Source: infobae
• Legislative tactic: Bundling the law with a budget resolution makes it harder for Democrats to block without triggering a shutdown. Source: diariolibree
• Criticism: Democrats and human rights groups argue the law would make voting significantly harder for millions of citizens. Source: infobae

The move sets up a high-stakes confrontation in Congress this week, with the budget resolution serving as a test of Republican unity and Democratic resolve.