Save Act Senate Passage Triggers ‘Digital ID or No Internet’ Ultimatum for All Americans by 2029
In a move that has privacy advocates up in arms and tech giants scrambling, the Save Act Senate has just pushed through a historic mandate that will require every citizen to present a government-verified digital ID to access the internet—starting with a nationwide pilot in 2025 and full enforcement by 2029. The controversial bill, which barely passed by a 51-49 margin, promises to end online anonymity, curb deepfake fraud, and protect children from predators. But the viral backlash is immediate: critics are calling it “The Great Login Lockdown,” predicting a black market for stolen digital identities, while supporters argue it’s the only way to save democracy from AI-powered propaganda. The first hashtag—#SaveOrSellMyData—is trending globally, and the White House is already bracing for a constitutional showdown.