Trump cites Indian election model to push voter ID law

US President Donald Trump has cited India's voter ID system to push for mandatory photo identification in American elections. In a post on Truth Social, Trump referred to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, saying his administration was asked how the US could hold elections without valid photo IDs.

Trump noted that India's last general election saw over 64 crore 60 lakh voters participate, with less than 1% using postal ballots. He stressed that every voter had a valid photo ID, making a case for the SAVE America Act. The proposed law would require proof of citizenship for voter registration, impose nationwide voter ID rules, and restrict postal voting.

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor echoed Trump's remarks on social media. However, the US Senate went on a five-week break earlier this month without advancing the bill. The issue remains contentious between Democrats and Republicans.