US Supreme Court lifts restrictions on federal voter database
The US Supreme Court removed restrictions on a federal voter database, enabling broader use by the Trump administration to enforce voting restrictions. The administration claims it targets noncitizen voting, but critics warn it risks disenfranchising eligible voters. This judicial action marks a significant shift in election administration policy ahead of the midterms.
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US Supreme Court Permits Expansive Voter Citizenship Screening Ahead of Midterms
The US Supreme Court has permitted the Trump administration to implement an expansive voter citizenship screening tool, including the use of the SAVE database, ahead of the midterm elections. This decision, confirmed by multiple high-confidence sources, reverses lower court restrictions and marks a significant shift in election administration. While the administration claims it targets non-citizen voting, critics warn of potential disenfranchisement of eligible citizens.