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@LeaderJohnThune Pass the SAVE act. That’s what an overwhelming majority of Americans want.

By Elon Musk

Posted March 10, 2026

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@LeaderJohnThune Pass the SAVE act. That’s what an overwhelming majority of Americans want.

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Elon Musk is the CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and X (formerly Twitter), known for his influential posts on politics, technology, and culture that often ignite widespread debate. His style is direct, provocative, and endorsement-heavy, frequently aligning with conservative figures and policies. As a billionaire with massive online reach, his credibility stems from business success but is polarizing in political commentary due to biases and controversies.

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The post urges Senate Republican Leader John Thune to pass the SAVE America Act, claiming overwhelming American support, amid intense legislative pushback. The SAVE Act mandates photo ID and proof of citizenship for voter registration in federal elections to prevent non-citizen voting, backed by Trump and 50 Senate Republicans.[1][3] Democrats, led by Schumer, fiercely oppose it as disenfranchising, calling it 'Jim Crow 2.0,' while Thune plans a Senate vote despite filibuster hurdles and no guaranteed passage.[1][3]

🔥Why It's Trending

Elon Musk's post amplifies Trump's recent threats to veto all legislation until SAVE passes, spotlighting Senate gridlock as midterms approach.[1][3] Thune's vow for a vote and House GOP relenting heighten drama, drawing massive engagement on X amid election integrity debates.[3][4] Musk's endorsement fuels viral conservative momentum against perceived Democratic obstruction.

💡Fun Facts

1The SAVE Act has support from 50 Senate Republicans, enough to overcome a filibuster cloture but not final passage without Democratic votes.[3]
2Trump demanded the bill in a recent speech, calling it 'very simple' voter ID requirement with bipartisan polling favor.[2]
3Schumer vowed 'total gridlock' if pushed, labeling it disenfranchising for tens of millions.[1]
4Thune refuses filibuster changes despite Trump pressure, citing lack of votes and time constraints.[1]
5House GOP recently relented in standoff with Senate to advance related priorities.[4]

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Thune says no to filibuster changes even after Trump's threats about SAVE America Act

Trump said he won't sign anything into law until SAVE America Act's passage.

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Thune guarantees voter ID bill to hit the Senate despite Schumer, Dem opposition: 'We will have a vote'

SAVE America Act faces Senate filibuster hurdle despite 50 GOP backers as Republicans weigh talking filibuster option to advance voter ID requirements.

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