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Speaker Johnson announces bill requiring voters to show proof of citizenship

A woman calls for a ceasefire in Gaza during a press conference hosted by House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) and Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) on legislation that would require Americans to provide proof of citizenship in order to vote, Washington, DC, May 8, 2024. Both men, along with the heads of conservative organizations cited numerous debunked election fraud claims as reason for the bill. (Photo by Allison Bailey/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#11230384
Date Taken	8 May 2024
Location	N/A
Photographer	Allison Bailey/NurPhoto
Category	Politics
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Allison Bailey/NurPhoto

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