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GOP messaging for 2024 focuses on noncitizen voting, which is already illegal in federal elections – KXAN Austin

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Republicans Pushing Legislation on Noncitizen Voting Amid Election-Year Tensions

In the midst of a heated election year, Republicans are ramping up efforts to address the issue of noncitizen voting in the United States. Despite little evidence of widespread illegal voting by immigrants, Republican lawmakers at both the federal and state levels are pushing legislation and ballot measures to combat what they see as a potential threat to the integrity of the electoral process.

The proposed legislation, such as the SAVE (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility) Act in Congress, would require proof of citizenship to register to vote. Meanwhile, several states have placed noncitizen voting measures on the upcoming November ballot, sparking a contentious debate between Republicans and Democrats.

While Republicans argue that the issue is crucial to ensuring that American elections are reserved for American citizens, Democrats dismiss it as a distraction and part of a larger strategy to challenge election results. The debate has intensified as former President Donald Trump has raised unfounded claims about Democrats encouraging illegal immigration to bolster their voter base.

Despite the lack of concrete evidence of widespread noncitizen voting, Republicans continue to push for additional safeguards to prevent potential fraud. Democrats, on the other hand, express concerns that imposing more stringent ID requirements could disenfranchise eligible voters who lack the necessary documentation.

As the debate rages on, the focus on noncitizen voting has also shed light on the limited instances of immigrants voting in local elections in certain jurisdictions. While the number of noncitizen voters remains minimal, the issue has prompted some states to consider measures to prevent noncitizens from participating in future elections.

With tensions running high and the election looming, the debate over noncitizen voting is likely to remain a contentious issue in the months ahead. Both parties are digging in their heels, each determined to protect the integrity of the electoral process in their own way.

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