noncitizen voting

Governor Mikie Sherrill reported that 6,600 noncitizens were improperly registered to vote in New Jersey due to a Motor Vehicle Commission system error in 2023-2024. Fewer than 400 of these individuals cast ballots, and Sherrill ordered the removal of erroneous registrations while investigating the error. The issue arises amid claims by President Donald Trump and Republicans about noncitizen voting, which the article notes is rare and punishable by law.

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin warned that election officials in states not cooperating with federal election security measures could face prosecution. He emphasized mandatory security upgrades for voting machines and data sharing via the SAVE program, targeting Nevada, California, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, which disputed the claims.

President Trump claimed without evidence that massive numbers of noncitizens are registered in California, New Jersey, Nevada, and Pennsylvania. The article does not provide specific data or context beyond this assertion.

The Trump administration's Department of Justice sent warning letters to states, including Pennsylvania, threatening criminal charges for allowing noncitizen voters. Pennsylvania Secretary Al Schmidt responded, stating no policy changes and emphasizing local officials manage voter rolls. Schmidt also highlighted past efforts to address noncitizen voting in Philadelphia.

The Justice Department has issued a warning to election administrators nationwide, stating they could face federal criminal prosecution if they knowingly allow noncitizens to register or cast ballots.

California faces debate over voter participation, with low turnout in recent elections sparking discussions about whether voting should be easier or harder. A ballot measure (Proposition 39) would require government-issued ID for in-person voting or mail-in ballots, while efforts to expand voting rights, such as allowing noncitizens to vote in school board elections, have seen mixed success.

The Department of Justice is threatening to arrest more than a dozen state election officials if a noncitizen votes in their states. The threat was included in a letter requiring election officials to outline compliance with noncitizen voting laws within five days. Amna Nawaz discussed the issue with Jessica Huseman of Votebeat, who obtained the letter.

The Department of Justice's civil rights division head warned state election officials about possible criminal penalties for allowing noncitizens to vote. The warning emphasizes enforcement of voting laws to prevent noncitizen participation.

The Justice Department's civil rights division, led by Harmeet Dhillon, sent letters to 11 states threatening prosecution of top election officials if noncitizen votes are counted in upcoming elections.

A proposal to allow noncitizen voting in Los Angeles was gaining support before concerns about potential backlash from Trump supporters led to its cancellation. Critics argued the plan lacked necessary details and could harm the noncitizens it aimed to assist.

A proposal to allow noncitizen voting in Los Angeles faced opposition due to concerns about insufficient details and potential harm to its intended beneficiaries. Fears of backlash linked to Donald Trump also contributed to the plan being abandoned.

The LA City Council removed its proposed ballot initiative that aimed to permit noncitizens to vote in local elections. The initiative was intended to allow noncitizens participation in such elections if the proposal had been approved in November.

Nine U.S. states (Florida, Kansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Utah, and West Virginia) have enacted laws to restrict voting access, with proponents arguing these measures enhance election integrity. Critics, including organizations like the Southern Poverty Law Center, contend the laws disproportionately disenfranchise eligible voters, particularly marginalized groups. Key figures such as Florida's Ron DeSantis and Utah's Deidre Henderson support the policies, while advocates like Sonya Williams Barnes of the Southern Poverty Law Center highlight concerns over noncitizen voting and voter suppression.

The Los Angeles City Council removed a ballot measure from the Nov. 3 election that aimed to permit noncitizens to vote in local elections.

The Los Angeles City Council voted to remove a November 3 ballot measure that aimed to allow noncitizens to vote in local elections. The measure would have created a pathway for noncitizen participation in such elections.

President Donald Trump has attempted to influence U.S. elections through executive orders and legislation, but recent Supreme Court rulings and stalled bills like the SAVE Act have limited his success. His focus on noncitizen voting and voter data faces legal and political challenges, with experts noting constitutional constraints on presidential power over elections.

President Donald Trump has attempted to influence U.S. elections through executive orders, legislation, and legal actions, but many efforts have been blocked by the Supreme Court and stalled in Congress. His focus on noncitizen voting and voter data has faced legal challenges, and the Republican-run states have taken some actions aligning with his demands despite mixed results.

A federal judge halted President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at creating a federal voter list and restricting mail ballots, ruling it unconstitutional for violating separation of powers. The order, which would have directed the U.S. Postal Service to deliver mail ballots only to those on the list, was challenged by a coalition of states and blocked for the 2026 midterm elections. The judge denied the administration’s motion to dismiss the lawsuits, citing the urgency of the election cycle.

President Donald Trump canceled a scheduled signing ceremony for a bipartisan housing bill, which had broad support in Congress, and demanded that lawmakers first pass the SAVE America Act, a controversial election security measure. The housing bill aimed to lower construction costs and regulate institutional home purchases, but Trump labeled it 'minor' and refused to sign it until the SAVE Act is enacted.

President Donald Trump canceled a scheduled signing ceremony for a bipartisan housing bill aimed at lowering housing costs, demanding that Congress first pass the controversial SAVE America Act, which addresses noncitizen voting. The housing bill had passed the Senate and House with wide margins but was derailed by Trump's refusal to sign until the election security measure is enacted.

President Donald Trump canceled a scheduled signing ceremony for a bipartisan housing bill, demanding Congress pass the controversial SAVE America Act first. The housing bill, which passed the Senate and House with wide margins, aimed to lower housing costs through regulatory changes and federal grants, but Trump labeled it 'minor' and linked its approval to the election security measure he prioritizes.

President Donald Trump canceled a scheduled signing ceremony for a bipartisan housing bill aimed at lowering costs, demanding Congress pass the SAVE America Act first. The housing bill, supported by Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott and Senator Elizabeth Warren, faced no legislative hurdles but was stalled by Trump's refusal to sign until the controversial election security measure is enacted.

President Donald Trump canceled a signing ceremony for a bipartisan housing bill aimed at lowering costs, demanding the passage of the SAVE America Act first. The housing bill, supported by Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott and Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren, had passed both chambers with large majorities but is now delayed as Trump prioritizes the controversial election security measure.

A federal judge blocked the use of the revamped Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) database, ruling it could wrongly purge voters from rolls by aggregating sensitive personal data. The decision, by Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan, criticizes the Trump administration for violating statutory protections against centralizing voter information, marking a setback for efforts to nationalize election oversight.

Los Angeles City Council advanced a proposal to allow noncitizens to vote in local elections, facing backlash from Elon Musk, GOP senators, and conservative commentators. The measure, introduced by Councilman Hugo Soto-Martínez and Councilwoman Ysabel Jurado, would be decided by voters in November 2026 as part of a charter reform. Critics accused the council of empowering noncitizens against immigration enforcement.

The LA City Council approved a ballot initiative to allow noncitizens to vote in local elections. The measure, if passed, would amend voting rights in November's election.

The L.A. City Council approved a package of city charter reforms, including noncitizen voting and police oversight measures, for the Nov. 3 ballot. A proposal to expand the council to 25 members was deferred for further study.

The L.A. Council approved a package of city charter reforms, including measures on noncitizen voting and police oversight, for the Nov. 3 ballot. A proposal to expand the council to 25 members was postponed for further study.

President Trump's executive order requiring states to provide voter lists for USPS to deliver mail ballots has created uncertainty among election officials. The order, part of broader efforts to assert federal control over state-run elections, faces legal challenges and raises logistical challenges, particularly in rural areas.

The U.S. Senate rejected an amendment to incorporate the SAVE America Act into an immigration bill, blocking efforts to impose voting restrictions. The act would require voters to provide proof of citizenship and show photo ID when registering to vote, a proposal opposed by Democrats, voting rights groups, and some Republican senators who argued it could disenfranchise voters.

President Donald Trump and Republican allies advocate for voting restrictions, including proof of citizenship requirements, while House Republicans propose significant budget cuts to the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC), a federal agency focused on election security. The EAC's funding has declined sharply in recent years, despite GOP claims of rampant election fraud, with Congress approving $45 million in 2025, a fraction of earlier grants. The SAVE America Act, which mandates voter ID and citizenship documentation, faces Senate opposition.