Justice Department presses California counties on voter lists
By The BriefBrief
The Justice Department sent letters to election officials and county registrars across California demanding help identifying registered voters who may be noncitizens. The agency warned that officials who fail to comply risk significant federal scrutiny; NBC News reported the letter also warned of potential legal action, while CBS News said prosecutors demanded that some counties set aside and verify ballots alleged to belong to noncitizens.
WHO:The U.S. Department of Justice
WHAT:Sent letters demanding that California county election officials help identify registered voters who may be noncitizens.
WHEN:Reported Oct 24, 2026 at 2:21 AM ET
WHERE:California, USA
WHY:The letters sought cooperation in identifying noncitizens on voter registration lists and verifying ballots that the department said may belong to noncitizens.
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