Washington, Jan 7 (NationPress) President Donald Trump has called on House Republicans to make voter identification laws a top priority and to advance the SAVE Act. He emphasized that stricter election regulations are crucial for restoring public confidence in American democracy.

During his address at the House GOP member retreat in the capital, Trump stated that voter ID should be a pivotal issue for the Republican Party. “You ought to have voter ID; you ought to insist on it,” he declared.

He argued that resistance to voter identification stemmed from self-serving political motives, saying, “The only reason somebody doesn't want that is because they want to cheat.”

Trump criticized mail-in voting, asserting that the United States stands out negatively among democracies. “We're the only country that's foolish enough to vote by mail,” Trump remarked, adding that other countries utilize “paper ballots.”

He pushed for a vote on the SAVE Act, which he suggested could be rebranded as the “Save America Act.” “It’s got my total endorsement,” he affirmed.

Trump argued that the topic resonates deeply with voters, putting Democrats in a challenging position. “It's a bad vote for them,” he said, referring to those who oppose voter ID. “When somebody says no, we don't want voter ID, that means they're crooked, and the public understands it.”

He also criticized election practices in states like California, where officials might face consequences for requesting identification. “They'd put him in jail for tampering with the election,” he stated.

Trump framed election security as a key political advantage. “You win elections with that,” he told the Republicans.

He reiterated that voter ID is a matter of “common sense” rather than a partisan issue. “It's not conservative; it's common sense,” he asserted.

His comments come as Republicans at both the federal and state levels continue to advocate for changes in election laws following controversies over voting practices in recent elections.

Democrats contend that voter ID requirements could disenfranchise minorities and low-income voters, while Republicans argue that these regulations are vital to prevent fraud and ensure confidence in electoral results.

Trump dismissed worries about accessibility, claiming that public sentiment strongly favors stricter regulations. “The public is really angry about it,” he asserted.

He encouraged Republicans to engage in this debate during campaigns and legislative discussions. “You'll win every debate,” Trump declared.