VP Vance Calls for Banning Illegal Aliens from Voting in U.S. Elections

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

Vice President J.D. Vance visited Rocky Mount, North Carolina this week and spoke about the need to prevent illegal aliens from voting in U.S. elections. Vance argued that even if Democrats claim voter fraud by illegal immigrants is rare, there is no harm in passing legislation like the SAVE America Act to require photo ID and proof of citizenship to vote.

Why it matters

Vance's comments come as Senate Republicans face pressure from voters to pass the SAVE America Act, which aims to strengthen election integrity measures. The issue of illegal voting has been a contentious political debate, with Democrats arguing voter fraud is uncommon while Republicans push for stricter voting rules.

The details

During his speech in Rocky Mount, Vance told the audience that 'we need to get ALL illegal aliens stopping from voting in our elections.' He questioned the Democratic argument that voter fraud by illegal immigrants is very rare, asking 'then why don't we ban it anyway?' Vance said the issue is 'very common sense stuff' and that Democrats have 'no answer' for opposing voter ID laws.

• Vance visited Rocky Mount, North Carolina this week.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Senate Republicans are under increasing pressure from voters to pass the SAVE America Act, which would require photo ID and proof of citizenship to vote.