Rep. Chip Roy Criticizes Senate for Failing to Pass Voter ID Bill Before Recess
Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, has expressed dissatisfaction with the Senate's decision to adjourn for the August recess without passing the GOP's voter ID bill, known as the SAVE America Act. The bill, which requires proof of citizenship to register to vote and photo ID at the polls, has been a point of contention, with Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., unable to secure enough votes from both Democrats and Republicans. Despite efforts from ultraconservative House Republicans and some GOP senators to keep the Senate in session until the bill was passed, the Senate adjourned without a roll call vote. Rep. Roy emphasized the need for the House and Senate to focus on delivering results for the American people in September.