Trump calls for Republicans to nationalize elections and impose voter ID rules

Trump has repeatedly called for Republicans to 'nationalize' U.S. elections, arguing states are agents of the federal government in the voting process. He has also demanded strict voter ID requirements and proof of citizenship for voters, calling American elections 'rigged' and a 'laughingstock'.

In Congress, House Republicans passed a strict voter ID bill, amplifying Trump's claims of fraud. Senate Republicans are pushing for a vote on voter ID legislation, though some acknowledge they may not have the votes to overcome Democratic opposition. Democrats, including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, have criticized these efforts as 'Jim Crow-era' laws.

Separately, Trump visited Texas as several Republican candidates in a Senate primary sought his endorsement, which he said he had 'pretty much' decided but had not announced. Vice President Kamala Harris endorsed Democrat Jasmine Crockett in the Texas Democratic Senate primary.