Sen. Susan Collins (R‑Maine) announced she supports the House‑passed SAVE America Act, saying revisions balance election security and access while she still opposes eliminating the Senate filibuster. The House approved the bill 218–213. The measure would require proof of citizenship to register for federal elections, mandate photo ID for in‑person voting, and tighten mail‑in rules. Republican leaders say Collins’ backing brings GOP support to roughly 50 senators and argue that with Vice President J.D. Vance as tiebreaker the bill could pass under a standing filibuster. Voting‑rights groups condemn the legislation as voter suppression. Civil‑rights organizations vow legal fights and protests. (newsweek.com)