Rep. Joe Morelle (D-NY), ranking member of the Committee on House Administration, is leading efforts in the House to craft the Democrats’ agenda to fight corruption and strengthen democracy. Recently, he has spoken emphatically about the dangers of the SAVE Act, which would effectively bar millions of eligible Americans from voting.

Watch or listen as Morelle discusses what it will take to defend the right to vote, end political corruption, and renew our democratic values.

Speakers:

* Rep. Joe Morelle, New York’s 25th Congressional District

* Host: Michael Waldman, President and CEO, Brennan Center

Recorded on February 13, 2026.

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