Judge rejects Trump administration's effort to obtain Michigan voter data
#Trump administration #Voter rolls #Michigan #Lawsuit #Election integrity #Voter registration #Federal court
📌 Key Takeaways
- A judge has blocked the Trump administration's attempt to obtain detailed voter rolls from Michigan.
- The lawsuit in Michigan is part of a larger legal campaign targeting a total of 24 states.
- The administration claims the data is necessary to ensure voter roll accuracy and remove ineligible names.
- State officials argue the request threatens voter privacy and risks improper voter disenfranchisement.
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📄 Original Source Content
The Trump administration has filed lawsuits against 24 states in an effort to obtain their voter rolls.