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Donald Trump shares five-point 'Save America Act' which could affect everyone's right to vote
Donald Trump has shared a five-point ‘Save America Act’ that could affect people’s right to vote and how they choose leaders.
Some have argued that it is an attack on democracy, whereas supporters claim that it is simply common sense.
Donald Trump’s Save America Act is causing controversy
Donald Trump chose to announce this proposed policy in the manner that he often does, in full caps on his social media accounts.
It was later shared by the White House official account as well, with almost identical wording.
It presents a varied view of the important things in society, including transgender rights and voting restrictions, and it is certain to cause a bit of serious debate between those who support and oppose it.
There are five points, which are as follows: “1. ALL VOTERS MUST SHOW VOTER I.D. (IDENTIFICATION!).
“2. ALL VOTERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP IN ORDER TO VOTE.
“3. NO MAIL-IN BALLOTS (EXCEPT FOR ILLNESS, DISABILITY, MILITARY, OR TRAVEL!).
“4. NO MEN IN WOMEN’S SPORTS.
“5. NO TRANSGENDER MUTILATION SURGERY FOR CHILDREN, WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN APPROVAL OF THE PARENTS.”
Some argue that the law affects voters' rights
A lot of people are worried about the changes to voting, including the addition of ID as a requirement.
Currently voter ID is not required in all states - though some do mandate it - and citizenship proof is also not required for the most part.
If it becomes compulsory, it could mean that those without ID or proof of their citizenship - whether they are citizens or not - will not be able to vote.
Opponents argue that this disproportionately affects minority groups and those with lower incomes.
As for the rest of it, Trump appears to have tacked on some items about transgender people, who make up around one percent of the total population.
Opponents have also pointed out that currently many states require voter ID and voter fraud is not a significant problem, whereas this act would simply make it more difficult for people to vote.
Ahead of the midterms, it has never been more important to check that you are eligible to vote, regardless of who you plan to vote for.
The act is currently in the Senate, so has not passed yet.
On the website supporting the act, the government wrote: "The President is calling on Republicans and Democrats to pass the SAVE America Act.
"Requirement for Voter I.D. to vote should be something that NO American should oppose.
"If you want to register to vote in the United States, you have to be a citizen in the United States.
"The SAVE America ACT will direct states to remove non-citizens from the voter rolls.
"AMERICA lags behind other nations in enforcing basic and necessary election protections."
Whether it passes and becomes law remains to be seen.