Appeals panel questions DOJ over California ballot suit
By The BriefBrief
A Ninth Circuit appeals panel questioned Justice Department lawyers Sunday during arguments in the Trump administration’s voting lawsuit against California. The DOJ is seeking an emergency order requiring the state to set aside 20,000 mail-in ballots tied to suspected noncitizens.
WHO:A Ninth Circuit appeals panel questioned Justice Department lawyers.
WHAT:The panel heard arguments and questioned DOJ lawyers over the administration’s request in its voting lawsuit against California.
WHEN:Oct 25, 2026
WHERE:USA
WHY:The Justice Department is seeking to have 20,000 mail-in ballots tied to suspected noncitizens set aside.
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