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  • Monday, 23 September 2024

GOP House speaker Mike Johnson axes Trump-backed bill linked to proof of citizenship for new voters

US House Speaker Mike Johnson presented a government funding bill without including the Save Act, which demands proof of citizenship for voter registration. The agreement extends funding until December 20, deferring further discussions until after the November 5 election. This move comes after an unsuccessful bid to merge voting provisions with a six-month funding extension.

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