Senate Majority Leader John Thune faces pressure from the administration to pass the SAVE America Act before the August recess
Senate Majority Leader John Thune is facing increasing pressure from the administration to advance the SAVE America Act, a priority bill requiring proof of U.S. citizenship for federal voter registration. President Trump has demanded that the Senate remain in session during the August recess to force a breakthrough, though Thune argues that staying in town does not guarantee the necessary votes to overcome the filibuster. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt noted that the administration's patience is running out, while Thune suggested that the administration should focus on persuading the remaining skeptical Republicans rather than simply holding lawmakers in Washington. While some conservative allies support the president's push to stay in session, many Republicans prefer to return home to campaign for the midterms. Despite the friction, Senator John Kennedy noted that Thune maintains broad support within the party, as there is no current discussion regarding replacing him as majority leader.