House Speaker Mike Johnson recently met with former President Donald Trump to discuss the SAVE Act and government funding. Johnson stated that Trump understands the challenges House Republicans face in passing the SAVE Act due to lack of votes. Despite Trump's public call for Republicans to tie the controversial measure to government funding, Johnson emphasized that they are working on a Plan B and engaging in thoughtful conversations to address the issue.
The SAVE Act, a GOP-led bill aimed at requiring proof of US citizenship to register to vote in federal elections, failed to pass as part of a government funding plan earlier this week. Johnson reiterated that both he and Trump prioritize election security and will continue to push for measures to enhance it.
During the meeting, Johnson and Trump also discussed the recent assassination attempt on the former president. Johnson expressed hope that the US Secret Service's investigation would lead to accountability for those involved and ensure Trump's safety.
As government funding is set to expire at the end of the month, Johnson remains optimistic that a solution will be reached. He emphasized the importance of providing Trump with the same level of protection as a sitting president.
Overall, the discussions between Johnson and Trump reflect a shared commitment to addressing election security issues and ensuring the safety of political figures.
