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Politics
Trump cites India’s election model, urges US mandatory voter ID law
✍️ News18
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 07:39 AM
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Former President Donald Trump referenced India’s voter‑ID system while calling for a compulsory voter‑ID law in the United States.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump invoked India’s election framework, noting that the country’s voter‑ID requirement has been a cornerstone of its electoral process. He argued that a similar mandatory identification system could strengthen the integrity of American elections. Trump’s comments came amid a heated national debate over the merits and drawbacks of voter‑ID legislation in the United States. While supporters claim such laws curb fraud, opponents warn they may disenfranchise eligible voters. The former president’s endorsement adds a high‑profile voice to the ongoing policy discussion, which is likely to influence upcoming legislative proposals at both state and federal levels.