President Trump on Monday urged Senate Majority Leader John Thune to “immediately fire” Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough. Trump’s request is aimed at clearing the way for Senate Republicans to move forward with the SAVE America Act, according to reporting on the remarks. The proposal would require proof of citizenship to register to vote and would require voters to present photo identification to cast a ballot. The Hill and the Washington Times both describe Trump’s call as a direct pressure campaign focused on the parliamentarian’s role in advising whether legislation can proceed under Senate rules.
Neither account, in the excerpts provided, indicates that Thune has agreed to the request or that the Senate parliamentarian’s decision would be reversed. The reporting reflects that Trump’s intervention is tied to the legislative process and the practical hurdles Congress may face when determining whether a bill can advance under existing procedures. The SAVE America Act’s stated requirements center on voter registration documentation and photo ID at the time of voting.
