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By the Patriot Watch Desk
Published July 17, 2026 at 4:05 PM ET · Updated July 17, 2026 at 8:04 PM ET

Olive Garden's photo-ID rule for its Pasta Pass draws fresh fire at loose voting laws.

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What we know

Patriot Watch first flagged this story 3 hr ago, when The Federalist reported it. Coverage has since grown to 2 independent outlets. The most recent report came 1 hr ago from PJ Media. Verification tier: Corroborated — reported by at least two independent outlets.

Conservative & independent coverage (2)

PJ Media 1 hr ago
Even Olive Garden Requires a Photo ID for Its Pasta Pass. What’s Thune Waiting For?
The Federalist 3 hr ago
Blue State Elections Require Less Voter ID Than Olive Garden’s Unlimited Pasta Pass

Coverage timeline

Jul 17, 4:05 PM ET
3 hr ago
The Federalist
Blue State Elections Require Less Voter ID Than Olive Garden’s Unlimited Pasta Pass
Jul 17, 6:25 PM ET
1 hr ago
PJ Media
Even Olive Garden Requires a Photo ID for Its Pasta Pass. What’s Thune Waiting For?
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