Former President Trump plans to mandate voter ID in midterms, sparking debate over access and constitutionality.

On February 13, 2026, former President Donald Trump announced he plans to issue an executive order requiring photo identification for voting in the November midterm elections, regardless of congressional action. He cited the need for election integrity, though there is no credible evidence of widespread voter fraud. The move targets the Republican-backed SAVE America Act, which passed the House but faces opposition in the Senate. Critics warn the requirement could disenfranchise over 21 million Americans lacking access to documents like birth certificates or passports. Legal challenges are expected, with constitutional questions over federal overreach in election administration. The announcement deepens partisan divisions over voting access and election rules ahead of a pivotal election cycle.