California election officials are frustrated by a DOJ demand to sequester 'noncitizen' ballots.
The order requires California officials to set aside ballots rather than process them normally.
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“DOJ demands that some California counties set aside alleged noncitizen ballots”
DOJ demands California counties set aside ballots suspected of noncitizens
Key points
- Federal letters urged counties to identify and sequester ballots possibly tied to noncitizens.
- L.A. County registrar said at least 18 counties received similar letters with 48-hour deadlines.
- The DOJ seeks voter info to verify citizenship and assess alleged noncitizen registrations.
- California officials oppose the move, warning of delays and potential disenfranchisement.
- The broader political fight follows lawsuits and claims of unreliable data and voter fraud concerns.
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6 6 California election officials are frustrated by a DOJ demand to sequester 'noncitizen' ballots.
The order requires California officials to set aside ballots rather than process them normally.