Rick Scott

Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., told Newsmax on Friday that Senate Republicans should force a talking filibuster to get the SAVE America Act passed, arguing the legislation has overwhelming public support while Democrat senators continue blocking election integrity protections.

During an appearance on "Wake Up America," Scott said Republicans will return to Washington next week focused on advancing several major priorities, including reconciliation legislation, funding U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, reforming FISA surveillance authorities, and confirming President Donald Trump's nominees.

Scott said Republicans also plan to renew their push for the SAVE America Act, which would require proof of citizenship and voter identification standards in federal elections.

He argued the measure is supported by Republicans, Democrats, and independents across the country, while Senate Democrats remain the lone group opposing it.

"The only group that doesn't want it is the Democrat senators," Scott said. "They don't want you to have to show an ID to vote. They don't want you to have to be an American to register to vote."

He accused Democrats of opposing the bill because they benefit politically from weak election safeguards and because their policies are increasingly unpopular with voters.

"Why? There's only one reason why — they want cheaters," Scott said. "Because they know their policies are radical."

"They don't understand the American public anymore. They don't understand America is the good guys," he added.

Scott said Republican policies are more aligned with the concerns of American families and voters who want secure elections, strong borders, and accountable government.

"What we believe — what Republicans believe in — is the right things for families," he said. "So we've got to get this passed."

Scott said Senate Republicans should keep the issue on the floor and force Democrats to publicly defend their opposition through extended debate.

"The way to do this is get on the bill and keep talking about it," he said. "Force a talking filibuster, right? So people have to talk, and then when we finish talking, we vote."

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