The U.S. Supreme Court has eased restrictions on a federal voter database, allowing expanded use as part of efforts to tighten voting rules ahead of upcoming midterm elections. Supporters argue the move targets noncitizen voting, but opponents warn it risks blocking legitimate voters from casting ballots. The decision comes amid broader debates over election integrity and access. Critics say the changes could disproportionately affect eligible voters.
Trump and officials claimed it combats voting by noncitizens but critics said it could disenfranchise eligible votersThe US supreme court has lifted restrictions on a controversial federal database of voters as Donald Trump seeks to impose tougher restrictions on voting ahead of November’s midterm elections.While the president and his officials have claimed the expanded database aims to combat voting by noncitizens, critics contend it could disenfranchise eligible voters. Continue reading...