The Senate continued deliberations on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act on Thursday, with the debate entering its third day as Republicans maintain pressure on Democrats regarding the election reform legislation.

Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) delivered remarks on the bill Thursday afternoon as the chamber weighs the sweeping measure. The SAVE America Act would require proof of citizenship to register to vote among other election-related provisions.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune has faced criticism over the bill's progress, with some accusing Republicans of stalling. Thune pushed back against critics, arguing they were "creating false expectations" about the legislative process and noting that using a filibuster would not guarantee the bill's passage.

Lee had previously suggested that Republican colleagues who did not support forcing action on the measure were not fully committed to the legislation, though details of his specific remarks were not immediately available.

The debate reflects ongoing partisan divisions over election procedures and voting requirements, with Republicans arguing the measure is necessary to ensure election integrity while Democrats have typically opposed such citizenship verification requirements for voter registration.