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DOJ threatens to arrest state election officials if noncitizens vote

DOJ threatens to arrest state election officials if noncitizens vote

Summary

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) sent a letter warning more than a dozen state election officials that they could be arrested if any noncitizen votes in their states. The letter gives these officials five days to explain how they will follow laws against noncitizen voting.

Key Facts

  • The DOJ issued a strong warning to state election officials about noncitizen voting.
  • More than a dozen states received this letter.
  • The officials have five days to respond with their plans for compliance.
  • The letter implies possible arrests if a vote is cast by a noncitizen in their states.
  • Jessica Huseman from Votebeat obtained and discussed the letter publicly.
  • The letter focuses on enforcing laws to prevent noncitizens from voting in U.S. elections.
  • Amna Nawaz hosted the discussion about this issue on a news program.
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