Debate Intensifies Over Noncitizen Voting in U.S. Elections

Republicans push for stricter voting laws, citing rare cases; experts argue the issue is overstated.

Republican lawmakers are advocating for the SAVE Act, which requires proof of citizenship to vote in federal elections.
Instances of noncitizens voting have been documented, but experts and studies suggest such cases are rare and often overstated.
Recent court rulings, including a Supreme Court decision, have allowed states to demand proof of citizenship for voter registration.
Critics argue that the focus on noncitizen voting is a political maneuver aimed at undermining confidence in election integrity.
Efforts to remove noncitizens from voter rolls have been undertaken in several states, including Texas and Virginia, with varying results.