Election Integrity & Midterm Landscape
Key Questions
What is the SAVE Act and how might it factor into government funding negotiations?
The SAVE America Act forms part of President Trump's election integrity agenda. Senate conservatives are open to linking it to a government funding deal during potential shutdown talks.
What did the Supreme Court rule in the Mississippi mail ballot case?
In a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court upheld Mississippi's mail ballot grace period. The ruling addresses aspects of voting procedures under state law.
How much time remains in the legislative calendar before the midterms?
Approximately 24 House days and 28 Senate days remain before the midterms. This limited schedule affects prospects for both parties and ongoing legislative efforts like the SAVE Act.
Trump's election integrity address, FEC firings, VRA dismantled, SAVE Act unworkable, federal judge blocks USPS order. An opinion piece analyzes Democratic prospects for Congress as midterms approach. Only ~24 House and 28 Senate days left. SAVE Act back as shutdown leverage; Johnson as Budget Chair gives reconciliation path but GOP divided.