As the House prepares to vote on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, Representative Brandon Gill (R-TX) is making strong claims about Democratic motives behind immigration policy.
Gill argues that Democrats have deliberately pursued open border policies to benefit their political position. According to the Texas lawmaker, allowing undocumented immigrants into the country serves a dual purpose: affecting how congressional seats are allocated and creating opportunities for illegal voting.
"Democrats want illegal aliens voting in our election," Gill accused. He characterized it as a strategic plan Democrats have followed for decades, claiming they've openly discussed it themselves.
The Texas Republican outlined two tactical approaches for getting the SAVE Act passed and onto the president's desk.
His first suggestion is to attach the measure to essential legislation that Congress must approve. The second option would force Senate Democrats into a traditional talking filibuster.
Gill said if Senate Democrats want to explain "for hours and hours and hours why" they oppose "basic common sense legislation like voter ID," then Republicans should "let [Democrats] do it." He expressed confidence that "the American people are gonna [side] with Republicans every single time."
Continued Support & Opposition
Gill described it as a core component of having a functioning country and believes the American public overwhelmingly agrees that only citizens should participate in elections.
This legislation would require documentation, such as passports, REAL ID-compliant driver's licenses, or birth certificates, to register to vote in federal elections. The measure departs from current rules, which allow registration through signed citizenship affirmations.
Critics counter that the proposal would create unnecessary obstacles for legitimate voters, noting that Americans who lack easy access to required documents will be blocked from registering, potentially affecting millions of citizens.
The House vote reflects deep partisan divisions over how to approach election administration, as this has been a prolonged measure.
