Chicago – July 06, 2026
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson said Republicans will move forward with the SAVE America Act by including its provisions in a forthcoming budget reconciliation package, pledging the House will pass the measure “one more time.” Johnson said the legislation is intended to strengthen immigration enforcement and border security, arguing that Congress must take additional steps to address illegal immigration.
The bill is expected to include funding for border infrastructure, expanded detention capacity, and tougher enforcement measures, reflecting key Republican policy priorities. Johnson expressed confidence that House Republicans would unite behind the proposal despite expected opposition from Democrats, who have criticized the legislation as overly restrictive and politically divisive.
The announcement comes as Congress prepares for negotiations over a broader reconciliation package that could shape federal spending and immigration policy. The legislation is likely to face significant challenges in the Senate, where bipartisan support would be required for final approval.
