Trump administration loses appeal over access to personal information of Michigan voters
The 2-1 ruling says federal civil rights law does not let the Justice Department obtain birth dates, driver’s license numbers and partial Social Security numbers.
- The Trump administration attempted to gain access to personal information of Michigan voters, including names, birthdates, and partial Social Security numbers, but a federal appeals court ruled against their efforts.
- The Justice Department had sued Michigan and 30 other states after they refused to hand over unredacted voter registration lists, claiming the information was needed to ensure compliance with federal voting laws.
- While at least 13 states provided or promised to hand over their voter registration lists, Michigan's attorneys argued the government had ulterior motives, such as creating a national voter file and sharing data with the Department of Homeland Security.
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Voters in Grand Rapids, Michigan, cast their ballots during the state’s August 2024 primary. (Photo by Matt Vasilogambros/Stateline) A federal appeals court on Wednesday ruled the Department of Justice isn’t entitled to access the sensitive personal data of Michigan voters, a setback in President Donald Trump’s push to assert power over state-run elections. The decision moves the country closer to a potential fight at the U.S. Supreme Court over…
Appeals Court Blocks DOJ Access to Michigan Voter Rolls, Strikes Blow to Federal Oversight Efforts
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