Former Vice President Kamala Harris warned that voting rights face growing challenges ahead of the November election, urging Americans to check their registration and turn out in large numbers.
Harris Warns of Voting Restrictions
On Friday, Harris wrote in a post on X that "these are challenging times, but we are not powerless," arguing that efforts to make voting harder demonstrate the importance of participating in elections.
She added, "If our votes did not matter, they would not be working overtime to make them harder to cast."
She further said, "This November, we will show them what happens when millions of Americans turn out in our numbers."
Harris Targets Trump, Supreme Court
In an accompanying clip, Harris said that 19 states had passed laws making voting more difficult and criticized President Donald Trump’s support for the SAVE Act, which would require documentary proof of U.S. citizenship for federal voter registration.
Former Vice President also criticized the Supreme Court over what she described as a weakening of the Voting Rights Act.
"Why? Because they’re scared of you," Harris said.
She added, "They are scared of your power, the power you have, the power of your voice through your vote."
Harris urged Americans to check their voter registration, register if necessary and encourage others to do the same.
She also called on voters to vote early or by mail where available.
These are challenging times, but we are not powerless.
— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) August 7, 2026
If our votes did not matter, they would not be working overtime to make them harder to cast.
This November, we will show them what happens when millions of Americans turn out in our numbers. pic.twitter.com/nsftER5T90
Election Security Divides 2026 Midterms
Last month, Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-Calif.) accused Trump of spreading "make-believe" claims about election security and undermining confidence in the 2026 midterms.
Sen. Mark Kelly warned that far-left proposals on policing, immigration and defense could alienate moderate and swing voters.
In May, Trump had also accused Democrats of undermining the 2020 election and urged Republicans to pursue stricter election safeguards.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, meanwhile, criticized Trump’s election-related actions and raised concerns about intelligence activity involving elections.
Trump Pushes SAVE Act
Earlier, Trump urged Congress to pass the SAVE America Act alongside a proposed $350 billion defense boost, arguing the measures would strengthen national security and protect elections.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) accused Trump of potentially using a September government shutdown to pressure Republicans into passing the SAVE Act, warning it could disenfranchise millions of voters.
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