Scott Jennings Calls Out Democrats for 'Completely Melting Down' Over Voter ID

Radio host criticizes Democrats' opposition to common-sense voter ID laws

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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During a recent episode of his radio show, conservative commentator Scott Jennings criticized Democrats for their 'hysterical reaction' to calls for voter ID requirements. Jennings argued that voter ID is overwhelmingly popular across party lines and demographics, including among Black and Hispanic voters. He accused Democrats of opposing voter ID because they are 'afraid that they can't win in an honest election where only American citizens vote'.

Why it matters

The debate over voter ID laws has become a major political flashpoint, with Republicans pushing for stricter identification requirements and Democrats arguing that such measures amount to voter suppression. Jennings' comments reflect the GOP's efforts to portray Democratic opposition to voter ID as unreasonable and politically motivated.

The details

Jennings noted that Republican-backed legislation called the SAVE America Act would 'safeguard American voting eligibility by requiring voter ID and proof of citizenship to register in federal elections.' He said Democrats are 'completely melting down' over this 'common-sense idea,' with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer calling voter ID 'Jim Crow 2.0.' However, Jennings pointed to polling showing that 83% of Americans, including majorities of Black, Hispanic, and Democratic voters, support voter ID requirements.

  • Jennings made these comments during a recent episode of his radio show.

The players

Scott Jennings

A conservative radio host and CNN contributor who criticized Democrats' opposition to voter ID laws.

Chuck Schumer

The Senate Majority Leader who has criticized voter ID requirements as a form of voter suppression.

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What they’re saying

“Republicans in Congress are pushing legislation called the SAVE America Act…it safeguards American voting eligibility by requiring voter ID and proof of citizenship to register in federal elections.”

— Scott Jennings, Radio host

“Democrats are completely melting down.”

— Scott Jennings, Radio host

“Voter ID is 'Jim Crow 2.0'”

— Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader

The takeaway

The debate over voter ID laws highlights the deep partisan divide in the US, with Republicans arguing that such measures are necessary to protect election integrity and Democrats contending that they amount to voter suppression. Jennings' comments suggest the GOP will continue to push for stricter identification requirements, despite Democratic opposition.