Originally Posted by
Himeno
Is there any way for a non US resident/citizen to get a US state/federal government issued ID card?
Yes.
Certain states allow non-residents to obtain a second driver's licenses. Florida and Hawaii are two that have come up here of FT before. Both require at least a mailing address and Florida requires additional proof.
Florida info:
http://www.gathergoget.com/Default.aspx