Judge Blocks Trump's Proof-of-Citizenship Requirement
A federal judge ruled that President Donald Trump cannot require documentary proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration using the federal form.
District Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly stated that Trump's requested requirement cannot be enforced.
Background
Democratic and civil rights groups sued, arguing that the citizenship proof requirement would block eligible voters from registering, as it would unfairly prevent them from doing so.
The requirement would unfairly block eligible voters from registering.
Trump's Executive Order
Trump issued an executive order aiming to overhaul federal elections, including implementing proof of citizenship and requiring paper ballots.
The order also sought to only accept mail-in ballots that arrive by Election Day.
Conclusion
A federal judge has blocked Trump's proof-of-citizenship requirement for voter registration.
Author's summary: Judge blocks Trump's voter registration requirement.
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